Perform complex contract negotiations, including both business and legal terms, to improve supply reliability and lower costs.Identify and drive cost reduction efforts through new supplier identification and perform low-cost country sourcing and strategic pricing negotiations. Maintain relationships and coordinate activities with material and service vendors. Process purchase orders through Oracle ERP. Lead initiatives, seek input, and communicate results/processes. Foster communication and teamwork within and across organizational boundaries. Drive work process and efficiency improvements. Coach and mentor new purchasing associates.