Procurement Specialist I | Supply Chain Operations

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

 

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

 

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.  

Summary

Procurement Specialist I | Supply Chain Operations

 

As a Procurement Specialist I, you will manage and execute operational procurement activities to support the buying requirements of specific categories or business units. Your role will focus on adhering to strategic supply chain category strategies, delivering cost savings, optimizing inventory, and enhancing supplier management, including supplier diversity initiatives. You’ll work closely with business unit partners to deliver exceptional customer service while executing Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes efficiently and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Key Skills and Responsibilities
Procurement Operations: Manage procurement activities to ensure timely and cost-effective fulfillment of category or business unit requirements.
Strategic Alignment: Adhere to and support strategic supply chain category strategies, achieving cost management and operational efficiency goals.
Supplier Management: Foster strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, compliance, and supplier diversity goals are met.
Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Execution: Execute end-to-end P2P processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with organizational standards.
Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to drive better outcomes and customer satisfaction.
Customer Service: Partner with business units to understand and meet their procurement needs, delivering excellent service and support.
Data Analysis: Leverage analytics to monitor performance metrics, identify opportunities, and recommend actionable improvements.

 

 

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Have experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management roles.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and related systems.
• Possess strong negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Are skilled at building relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Show a commitment to supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives.
• Are adept at process improvement and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Communicate effectively and excel at delivering customer-focused solutions.

Minimum Requirements

Procurement Specialist I | Supply Chain Operations

 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or other job-related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years' experience in materials or services positions.
• In lieu of bachelor's degree, six (6) years of significant, closely related materials/services/supply chain experience required.

 

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

• Exposure to strategic supply chain management.
• Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

 

Major Accountabilities

1) Serves as primary contact with Business Unit partners and suppliers/contractors/subcontractors to ensure a continuous flow of quality materials/services/labor to meet or exceed service levels at the lowest total