Procurement Specialist

About Trilyon, Inc.For over 17 years, Trilyon has been at the forefront of providing comprehensive global workforce solutions and staffing services. Leveraging our extensive expertise across multiple domains such as Cloud technology, Salesforce, AI, Machine Learning, and Technical Writing, we consistently exceed expectations in catering to a wide range of requirements.Title: Procurement Agent 3Duration: 12+ Months (With possibility of extension)Location: Rosemead, CA (Hybrid 2 days/week)Description:Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Typically possesses five or more years of experience in negotiating and purchasing. The successful candidate must have a thorough knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply principles of financial analysis, activity-based costing and supply chain methodology. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with customers and suppliers and gather client requirements and negotiate their support requirements. Assist in negotiating pricing, contract terms and conditions; prepare contractual documents and binding agreements; Integrate program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contract strategies; Assist in the development of procurement solutions to best support customer requirements consistent with program and company goals and objectives; Support senior level Procurement Agents with project management activities; develop and deploy supplier strategies and plans; Assist in creation of production control improvement plans and hardware development from engineering definition through certification, tooling development, first article development and buyoff; Develop understanding of supplier capacity and ensure ongoing production readiness and health and the ability to meet rate delivery requirements throughout the supply chain - includes monitoring and management of sub-tier supplier readiness and performance. Positions require frequent engagement with multiple organizational leaders. Additional responsibilities: Contribute to the improvement of existing processes and implementation of cost reduction initiatives; Conduct root cause analysis; Develop mitigation plans for risks and monitor to closure; Participate in supplier risk assessments; Conduct supplier performance reviews and cross-functional improvement teams; Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers; Employ project management tools to analyze and manage supplier performance, including technical, quality, cost and schedule.Day-to-Day Responsibilities/Workload M-F 8-5Job Discipline: Technical PurchasingNegotiates favorable terms, volume discounts, and long‑term contracts with suppliers.Prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for technical equipment, custom engineered products, systems, software, or components.Acquires and maintains understanding of technology trends, market forces, cost trends, and supplier technology roadmaps.Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for compliance with organizational policy.Discusses defects and delivery problems with suppliers and negotiates refunds.Career Level: Sr SpecialistScope/FocusApplies advanced in-depth knowledge in a job family or broad knowledge across a job function.Frequently uses extensive understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts.Has general knowledge of related disciplines.Work challenges are varied and complex.AccountabilityContributes to improving existing processes and procedures.Helps complete work group objectives.Working RelationshipsReceives minimal day‑to‑day instruction; general direction on new assignments.Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions.Work is reviewed upon completion for meeting objectives.Decision Making/ImpactExercises judgment and discretion to advise and recommend actions with moderate business impact.Provides input on strategic decisions related to project direction.Errors may result in serious program delays and considerable resource expenditure. ResponsibilitiesEnsures risk management, quality, ethical sourcing, sustainability, and legal compliance align with company policies.Updates supplier agreements and contracting policies for internal stakeholder use.Supports category or sourcing strategies and tendering event management.Helps develop and implement innovative solutions to resolve complex issues using change management strategies.Conducts contract reviews for audit compliance and spend analysis to assess long‑term supply needs.Manages day-to-day Energy contracts in regulated and deregulated markets.Supports development of category strategies aligned with business plans and regulatory commitments.Uses complex data sets to identify opportunities and risks across contract lifecycles.Ensures protection and proper handling of all physical, financial, cybersecurity, and sensitive information assets.Organizational CompetenciesLeads with VisionAdvances Innovative SolutionsMakes Sound DecisionsCreates a Safety CultureCommunicates with ImpactFosters an Inclusive EnvironmentDrives for ResultsBuilds Organizational CapabilitiesFocuses on Service ExcellenceRequired Skills/Attributes Minimum QualificationsFive or more years of experience in supply chain, IT procurement, and/or contract management.Desired Skills/AttributesOrganizational CompetenciesLeads with VisionAdvances Innovative SolutionsMakes Sound DecisionsCreates a Safety CultureCommunicates with ImpactFosters an Inclusive EnvironmentDrives for ResultsBuilds Organizational CapabilitiesFocuses on Service ExcellenceWhy Join Us?· Opportunities for growth and professional development· Collaborative and inclusive company cultureEqual Employment OpportunityTrilyon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fairness and respect for all individuals. We value diversity in age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, and sexual orientation, believing it drives innovation and better service. Employment decisions are made impartially, without regard to any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Our diverse team drives innovation, competitiveness, and creativity, enhancing our ability to effectively serve our clients and communities. This commitment to diversity makes us stronger and more adaptable.Thank YouInderjeet Nishadinder@trilyonservices.comP: (669) 315-4455