Specialist Strategic Sourcing Systems

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Job Profile Title:

Specialist Strategic Sourcing Systems

Job Code:

16179

Profile Title:

16179 Specialist Strategic Sourcing Systems

Grade / Band:

08

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

It is the primary responsibility of the Strategic Sourcing Specialist to prepare, maintain and report purchasing-related data that  ensures supplier compliance as defined and required by corporate reporting guidelines, local and state government and Gaming  Commissions in regional geographies of MGM Resorts. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting operations of the program  through effective communication, training and executing the Company's diversity strategies and goals to achieve success.

Responsible for data integrity of new items, supplier registration, and related tables and content in the company’s core  purchasing and inventory system

Responsible for the maintenance and set-up of new items in the company’s core purchasing and inventory system (MMSS  or equivalent), including, but not limited to, identification of substitute or alternative items

Audit supplier bids, BPO’s and applicable documentation for compliance and quality of data

Responsible for monitoring and managing updates/changes to approval tables and user set-ups in the purchasing and  inventory

Is the department’s user expert and core resource for maintenance, use, and development of the purchasing and inventory  system; acts as key interface with the suppliers/providers of the technologies to support the purchasing and  warehouse/receiving needs of the company, and acts as primary liaison between the company and the provider (supplier)  of the purchasing and inventory system

Research, analyze, and resolve system use and errors that occur at the property level. Communicate and coordinate with  user departments in order to understand needs and anticipate and resolve issues, ensure customer satisfaction and provide  procurement services to meet property needs

Provide training and support to all users of the purchasing, inventory, and related technologies to support the department

Must consistently demonstrate a problem solving approach, initiative, independent, drive follow-up and follow-through in  the performance of all tasks, projects and communications

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Required

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Relevant experience

Required

3+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Business experience with emphasis MMS experience

Preferred

Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays

Required

Working knowledge of financial and purchasing systems

Preferred

Experience working in a similar resort setting

Preferred

Must be familiar with data structures, systems tables, error messages, and have experience in system problem resolution

Able to travel occasionally

Working knowledge in MMS, and Stratton Warren are required, Visio helpful

Ability to communicate effectively, concisely and logically in a timely manner and at an appropriate level, while maintaining  confidentiality

Ability to to make sound decisions immediately without supervision

Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment

Proficiency of computer software to include Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as office equipment, i.e.  telephone, copier, fax machine

Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular  attention to detail

Effective listening abilities with strong judgment and collaboration skills

Ability to type 45 words per minute

Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

Balancing

Bending

Carrying __pounds

Clear speech - simple

Clear speech - complex

Climbing

Crawling

Crouching

Distant vision

Driving - auto/van

Driving - limousine

Flexibility - upper body

Flexibility - lower body

Hearing/Listening

Kneeling

Lifting __pounds

Near vision

Normal vision

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching

Sitting

Standing - 5 hours minimum

Stooping

Typing __w.p.m.

Walking

Communication - verbal

Communication - written

Confined area

Contacts - works alone

Contacts - works around others

Contacts - works with others

Exposure to dust / dirt

Exposure to fumes / odors

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Fast pace

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

Hazardous conditions - high structures

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

Indoors

Noise levels - low to moderate

Noise levels - low to high

Office conditions

Outdoors

Restricted area

Shifts

Smoke

X

__% Travel

Vibration

Wet/Humid

Analytical

Clerical

Comprehension

Crisis incidents

Customer service

Decision making

Fatigue

High pressure

Judgment

Long hours

X

Math skills - advance

Math skills - basic

Memorization

Organization

Perception

Reading - simple

Reading - complex

Repetition

Safety hazards

Tight deadlines

Working conditions

Writing - simple

Writing - complex