Procurement Specialist at Johnson Controls, Inc in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Johnson Controls is powered by your talent. We are the power behind the customer mission. Together we are building a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our diverse global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and environments more comfortable and secure. We are all about improving outcomes for our partners. Tomorrow needs your talent. Tomorrow needs you. So let’s talk today.

What you will do 

How you will do it

• Works closely with the TWC Project manager, Category Managers, SCF providers and the suppliers to ensure efficient and timely execution of the TWC acceleration plan


• Provides initial contact with suppliers to communicate JCI?s requirements for payment terms and the supplier?s current payment terms status


• Engage with suppliers to educate supplier on JCI SCF program highlighting program benefits for liquidity and cash flow. 


• Engages SCF resources, including the SCF provider, as needed to address supplier concerns and questions with the SCF program. 


• Tracks supplier responses, sends follow-up communications as needed. 


• Documents suppliers concerns and provides regular updates to category managers and other stake holders.  


• Conducts training and information sessions with supplier


• Ensures full and complete information is handed off to downstream supplier onboarding team


• Prepares metrics and status reports

What you will need

Required

• 1-3 years procurement experience


• Bachelor?s/University degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance or Business


• Ability to consistently meet deadlines


• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization


• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal


• Negotiation and influence skills required


• Strong attention to detail


• Strong analytical details and experience managing large data sets


• Self-motivated and has the demonstrated capability to effectively organize, multi-task and prioritize multiple activities


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


• Proficient in English

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.