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Procurement Buyer I (Hybrid)

3700 S. Stonebridge Dr., McKinney, Texas
Job number: 15939

Job Description:

Procurement Buyer I (Hybrid)

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

At Globe Life, we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. Our thriving and dynamic community offers ample room for professional development, increased earning potential, and a secure work environment.

 

We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.

 

Role Overview:

Could you be our next Procurement Buyer? Globe Life is looking for a Procurement Buyer to join the team!

 

In this role, you will report to the Director of Contract Management. This role performs a wide variety of professional organizational and analytical work to support our corporate policies, procedures, and projects. Working with not only our executive team members and department managers, the Procurement Buyer also produces valuable information on purchasing and procuring of operational items and initiatives to further the continue the success of Procurement.

 

The Procurement Buyer position is important for several reasons. Companies must strive to lower costs and quickly respond to the changing needs of customers, especially the changing needs of internal customers. As the Procurement team evolves and matures to provides services enterprise-wide, the team must ensure our internal customers’ requirements and expectations are met.

 

This is a hybrid position located in McKinney, TX (WFH Monday & Friday, In Office Tuesday-Thursday).

 

What You Will Do:

  • Manage the Procurement department’s Cherwell modules.
  • Create Cherwell service requests and seek out required approvals.
  • Generate Cherwell purchase orders.
  • Reconciliation of Procurement’s monthly credit card transactions.
  • Converting vendors from corporate credit card to Procurement credit card or invoice.
  • Support FMO in identifying upcoming renewals and monthly budget reconciliation.
  • Attend monthly vendor renewal meetings.
  • Request competitive quotes from vendors.
  • Maintain IT purchase order mailbox.
  • Perform cross-functional back-up duties, as needed, within Procurement Department.
  • Assist in a variety of Procurement projects across the enterprise.
  • Ad hoc requests /or other duties as assigned.

 

What You Can Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3 years of experience in a buyer or related role.
  • Working knowledge of spend management protocols.
  • Experience with buyer processes with procurement department.
  • Proficiency with MS Office productivity tools.
  • Must be well organized to properly manage competing priorities and time.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Working knowledge of the following systems, preferred:  Cherwell, Lawson, Apptio, Workday Strategic Sourcing.
  • Advanced and innovative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to be open to feedback, suggestions and to share ideas.
  • High level of enthusiasm, persistence and self-motivation.

 

Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:

  • Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.
  • Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.

 

How Globe Life Will Support You:

Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work, but thrive at Globe Life:

 

  • Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because we believe that taking care of your well-being is fundamental to your performance.
  • Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.
  • Wellness club reimbursements and gym discounts to help you stay on top of your health.
  • Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Development training programs to enhance your skills and career progression and unlock your full potential.

 

Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters.

 

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Location: 3700 S. Stonebridge Dr., McKinney, Texas

Savings and Investment Plan (401K) - Eligible employees may begin participating in the plan on the first day of employment.

Pension Plan - Eligible employees who complete one year of service with the Company become participants in the Pension.* (Not available to Cleveland Employees)

Medical - Benefits are available to all eligible employees and qualified dependents the first of the month following 30 days of continuous service.

Dental** and Vision - Eligible employees and qualified dependents are able to enroll the first of the month following 30 days of continuous service.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Our FSA has two components, Health Care and Dependent Care Accounts. These accounts allow employees to set aside a portion of their earnings on a pre-tax basis to cover out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses. Participation is elected on a calendar year basis and is available to all eligible employees the first of the month following the completion of 30 days of continuous service.

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - A pre-tax Health Spending Account (HSA) is offered to those who enroll in the High Deductible Plan. It allows you to pay for health care expenses. Participation is elected on a calendar year basis and is available to all eligible employees the first of the month following the completion of 30 days of continuous service. Company contributes to HSA.

Short-Term Disability - Eligible employees may be entitled to salary continuance during periods of temporary disability. Benefits are based on employee status and years of service.*

Group Life and Long-Term Disability** - Eligible employees may elect life insurance and long-term disability coverage the first of the month following 30 days of continuous service.

Vacation and Paid Holidays - Employees are eligible for vacation upon the completion of six months of employment. In addition, the Company offers eight paid holidays.

Education Assistance - The Company supports employees who wish to continue their education to secure increased responsibility and growth within their professional careers. We offer a reimbursement program for expenses incurred through approved institutions of learning. In addition, Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI) and International Claim Association (ICA) program courses are offered after the completion of six months of services at no cost to the employee.

Fitness Reimbursement - Eligible employees are able to receive up to 100% reimbursement for monthly dues (employee only).

Supplemental Plans** - Cancer, Heart/Stroke, Accident.

*Please note, some benefits may vary by subsidiary. Please be sure to clarify with the Human Resources Department.
**Company paid benefit

Do I have to apply for every job that I am interested in? - Yes. Though our Talent Acquisition Team searches our database for qualified candidates, the only way to ensure that we know what position is of interest to you is if you apply for it directly.

Now that I've applied, what happens? - You will receive an immediate response from our system. Someone from our Talent Acquisition Team will review your qualifications and skills. If you're a good fit, we'll contact you to conduct an initial interview by phone, followed by assessment testing and an in person interview(s).

How do I get the contact information of the hiring manager for the job I am interested in? - It is our policy not to give contact information to external applicants. If, after you apply, it is determined that your skills and qualifications match our hiring needs, you will be contacted directly for an interview by someone on our Talent Acquisition Team.

I've been interviewed, what's next? - If selected, we'll extend a conditional offer. Then, pending a successful background check and drug screen, we'll confirm a start date.

The Whole Globe

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No Ceiling

SmileThe insurance industry may be traditional, but Globe Life has been, is, and always will be dedicated to building an inclusive, sustainable, and inspiring environment that does not have a ceiling on growth.