Supplier Engagement Specialist

About USS

United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.

Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.

By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.

The Supplier Engagement Specialist is responsible for the operational management of United Site Services’ (USS) vendor database, including the maintenance, updating, and inactivation of vendor records.

This position will represent USS and serves as a key operational link between the Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable departments, ensuring smooth supplier-related operations and compliance with internal policies.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor data in the company's ERP system
• Regularly audit the vendor database to inactivate outdated vendor accounts and update essential information as needed
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of vendor data
• Facilitate the operational aspects of the vendor onboarding process, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed and processed in accordance with the USS Vendor Onboarding Policy
• Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to understand the needs and criteria for new vendors
• Manage the offboarding process for vendors no longer used by the company
• Adjust payment terms in the ERP system as directed by Procurement or Finance departments
• Ensure compliance with payment terms and internal financial controls
• Serve as the operational contact point for supplier-related queries from Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable
• Provide support and data to assist in supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Help resolve operational and administrative issues related to suppliers
• Generate reports on vendor status, compliance, and performance metrics as required by
• Procurement and Strategic Sourcing teams
• Assist in the analysis of vendor data to support Procurement strategies and decision-making
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Preferred 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in management, finance, business, or a similar area
• 3
• Strategic sourcing and procurement

• Proven track record in procurement and supply chain management, particularly in roles with direct reports
• In-depth industry knowledge and understanding of sourcing dynamics for fleet, fencing, trailers, and facility items a must
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies for significant cost savings
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional alignment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and procurement software and tools
• Proactive, well-organized, and results-oriented with the ability to participate in multiple projects simultaneously to achieve operational excellence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sit while answering phones or reply to emails
• Constant
• Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
• Frequent
• Repeat the same movements when entering data
• Frequent
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Frequent
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Frequent
• Understand the speech of another person
• Frequent
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others
• Frequent
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
• Frequent
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