About this role
This position functions as the primary liaison between the PTP team's internal customers and the firm's vendors for the purchase of goods and services.
Main responsibilities
- Review, prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with negotiated terms and conditions.
- Manage and resolve PO issues with vendors, such as delivery delays, status of receipt of goods, price discrepancies and delivery status confirmations.
- Work with internal customers and vendors to process order return or replacement when required.
- Communicate status of POs and issue resolution to internal customers as needed.
- Review and resolve issues with vendor invoices in partnership with Accounts Payable teams.
- Assisting with reporting, analysis, and project initiatives of the PTP team.
- Assist with establishing and maintaining product catalogues in the PTP system.
- Assist with maintaining the accuracy of the PTP system including PO information, vendor records, customer profiles and internal cost allocation records.
- Test, document and audit Firm systems and training material.
- Participate in knowledge transfer sessions for service implementation and system enhancements to In-Market teams.
- Mentor and train team members on Firm and specifically Procure-To-Pay processes and procedures.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Technical skills, qualifications and experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a procurement related role.
- Experience of working within a professional services environment.
- Excellent MS Office skills, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Understanding of SAP environment.
- Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of the procurement life cycle
- Strong oral and written communication skills, maintaining a professional presence.
- Ability to coordinate various tasks simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
- Proven ability to perform independently.
- Show initiative; demonstrate ability to be innovative in problem solving.
- Ability to organize workload and meet all schedules and deadlines.
- Deal tactfully in interfacing with all personnel levels.
Baker McKenzie empowers clients to compete in the global economy. We provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that cuts through complexity with clear, actionable guidance. Our people represent diverse cultures and jurisdictions, combining local know-how with international expertise to ensure your business thrives across borders .
Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.