At JBT Marel Corporation, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to fortify the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Serve with Integrity - Collaborate with Humility - Grow with Agility - Innovate with Impact.

The Procurement Support Specialist assists Strategic Purchasing, a dedicated procurement team for tasks such as planning, scheduling of suppliers meetings, preparation of presentations, clarification of incoming requests, executing project related purchase orders and first level claim management, updating ERP system with initial purchasing vendor and material data, performing specific spend analysis and maintaining contract data base as relevant. Location: Buford GA. No relocation assistance for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the new parts requisition list: set priorities and run process to add new parts to SAP with the correct data in time                               
• Responsible for updating ERP database with vendor and material related master data and info records (contracts, credentials, prices, LT, MOQ …). Manage and suggest improvements to MRP systems processes 
• Responsible to perform spend related analysis such as costing sheets and weekly price comparison including ad hoc spend analysis tasks   
• Support Strategic Purchasing in Request for Quotation preparation, issuance and response analysis
• Support Procurement Project Leaders in daily operational activities like new parts set-up and sourcing
• Managing incidental orders of non-regular flows (e.g. samples, proto part, books, magazines, etc.).  Prototype parts for Innovation (buying parts w/o item no)     
• Manage non-regular spare parts flow in close cooperation with Service
•  Support / join suppliers' visit if applicable. Create and distribute meeting action lists  
• Perform warranty claims and return for non-conforming materials     
• Decide on rejected invoices and communicate with suppliers with aim to reduce % of rejection. Gateway price deviations at order confirmation management                      
• Manage signing process and recording of NDA's and contracts in relevant databases

Skills and Abilities:

• Analytical; quick learner, ability to gather, interpret and evaluate information
• Organized and detailed; strong planning skills, good at delivering customer expectations and following instructions
• Ability to work under pressure, setbacks and open to organizational change
• Driven to achieve personal and organizational goals,
• Perfect track record of ethical behaviour                  
• Knowledge of SAP MM, SRM, EP, BW and able/willing to operationally contribute in tactical procurement/disposition tasks and related improvement activities
• Secondary education in relevant field or equivalent                                      
• Good English skills, both written and verbal
• 3+ experience / vocational training in initial purchasing / purchasing project management
• Candidates must reside in the areas mentioned and should not now or in the future require sponsorship

Why JBT Marel

• We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
• We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
• We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT to feed your growth!

Benefits: JBT Marel Corporation offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are fundamental values to JBT and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.

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