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Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.\nKey Accountabilities:\nProcess purchasing award summaries and purchasing documents\n\nAssist in the development of Commodity Team strategies that align with Global Purchasing and Logistics Objectives\n\nDevelop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance\n\nAggressively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with the suppliers\n\nNegotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers\n\nAnalyze supplier cost / pricing information and benchmark the competition\n\nMaintain open communication between internal departments, management, and suppliers\n\nSupport cost savings initiatives\n\nSupport the implementation of a standardized process approach utilizing digitalization, common forms, measurements, and structure\n\nForecast annual material, purchasing volumes, annual savings, tooling costs and repair budget\n\nMaintain good housekeeping practices\n\nAdhere to company/professional ethics governing the handling of confidential information and the observation of confidentiality\n\nPromote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct\n\nPerform special projects as required\n\nBasic Requirements:\nApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. 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