Procurement Analyst candidates will be responsible for providing quality support to global procurement and mobile device account management for users throughout the organization. Candidates will demonstrate the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work independently and within teams to assess requests, and apply the correct level of urgency while providing exemplary customer service in support of dentsu organization requirements. He/she will ensure that end user requests are processed within a timely manner, while adhering to all policies, procedures and regulations. This role reports to Senior Director, Americas Procurement.

• Coordinates the procurement process for hardware, software and services while maintaining compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards. Coordinator will manage each purchase request through the procurement lifecycle process, duties include:
• Solicit quotes on an as needed basis to assure competitive pricing
• Contribute to RFP/RFI initiatives
• Routinely update key stakeholders with status on procurement initiatives while providing timely updates within the requisition ticketing system
• Generate company Purchase Orders (POs) and manage each through purchase approval process
• Maintain purchasing records, renewals, maintenance agreements and warranties by utilizing internal tracking systems
• Assists IT Management, as needed, with procurement requests involving legal review
• Processes requests from automated requisition catalog system used for end user standard hardware and software requests, in addition to new employee onboarding purchases
• Administers mobile device accounts, duties include:
• New account and mobile device provisioning
• Mobile device support and troubleshooting
• Act as a liaison between end users and vendors
• Maintain accurate mobile device account inventory and tracking database records

• Effectively communicate with suppliers to resolve transaction issues and maintain productive relationships.
• Responsible for processing new vendor set-up requests.
• Participate in Procurement projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Recommend improvements that streamline operations to raise quality and expand procurement services.
• Build and sustain vendor relationships; continuously identify cost driver factors and work with vendors to produce favorable cost saving conditions for dentsu.
• Uphold and promote dentsu’s core values and culture.
• Display consistent track record of cost savings, cost avoidance capabilities
• Ability to complete day-to-day tasks and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team and share knowledge with team members.
• Successfully resolve incidents/requests within SLA/OLA timeframe with a high level of quality, escalating where appropriate.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• College degree preferred
• Intermediate MS Excel experience required, working knowledge of MS Office
• Experience with a purchasing function a plus.
• Proactive, upbeat and collaborative communication
• Provide exemplary customer service and support.
• Must be able to be discrete and handle confidential information.
• Aptitude for skillful data entry while maintaining recordkeeping systems.
• Ability to assess a situation and respond with the appropriate level of urgency.
• Demonstrate ability to handle pressure and excel in stressful situations.
• Multi-task, prioritize, manage concurrent priorities and adapt to evolving business conditions.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills.
• Manage vendor service delivery.
• Demonstrate ability to build and sustain internal and vendor relationships.
• Demonstrate an understanding of software and hardware Asset Management methodologies.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn new skills techniques and responsibilities.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $39,000-$60,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

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