Procurement Clerck

Company Description Metropistas operates seven major toll highways in Puerto Rico, including PR-5, PR-20, PR-22, PR-52, PR-53, PR-66, and the Teodoro Moscoso Bridge, with a focus on safe, efficient, and modern infrastructure. The company is committed to delivering high-quality service and an excellent experience to drivers by leveraging technology, innovation, and the global expertise of the Abertis Group in mobility infrastructure. Key routes such as PR-22 (Autopista José De Diego) and PR-5 are among the most heavily used in the country, serving hundreds of thousands of vehicles daily. These highways connect important municipalities across the island, reinforcing Metropistas’ role in supporting mobility and economic activity. More information about the company and its operations can be found
Job DescriptionProcurement Clerk / Procurement AdministratorThe Procurement Clerk is responsible for supporting the procurement function by processing purchase transactions, maintaining supplier records, ensuring data accuracy, and facilitating the efficient acquisition of goods and services. This position will play a critical role in the implementation and ongoing use of SAP S/4HANA, helping to establish standardized procurement processes, support master data management, and contribute to the organization's digital transformation initiatives.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement OperationsCreate, process, and follow up on Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders.Coordinate procurement activities with internal stakeholders and suppliers.Monitor order status and supplier performance.Ensure timely resolution of purchasing discrepancies and invoice issues.Maintain procurement documentation and records in compliance with policies.Assist in obtaining quotations and performing price comparisons.Track and report procurement metrics, savings opportunities, and service levels.SAP S/4HANA Implementation & SupportActively participate in SAP S/4HANA implementation projects and system rollouts.Support procurement process mapping, testing, validation, and acceptance testing.Assist with data cleansing, migration, and validation of supplier and master data.Help identify opportunities to standardize and optimize purchasing workflows.Collaborate with IT, consultants, and stakeholders during implementation phases.Develop and maintain SAP documentation, work instructions, and user guides.Provide first-level support and troubleshooting to end users.Promote adoption of SAP best practices and continuous process improvements.Supplier ManagementMaintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.Support supplier qualification, evaluation, and onboarding activities.Coordinate communication regarding purchase orders, and performance issues.Reporting & ComplianceGenerate procurement reports and dashboards from SAP and other reporting tools.Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval workflows, and controls.Support audit requests by providing complete and accurate procurement records.Monitor procurement KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
QualificationsEducationAssociate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.ExperienceMinimum 3 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, or admin procurement experience.Experience working with ERP systems is required, SAP S/4HANA is highly preferred.Prior involvement in ERP implementation, migration, or transformation projects strongly preferred.Technical SkillsSAP S/4HANA (preferred), SAP Ariba experience is a plus.MS Office, Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reporting and analysis).Experience with procurement reporting and data analysis tools.Knowledge & CompetenciesProcurement processes and purchasing best practices.Data integrity and master data management.Inventory and supply chain fundamentals.Purchase order lifecycle management.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.Excellent organizational and communication skills.Adaptability and willingness to work in a growing environment.Key Success Factors: within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will:Support a successful SAP S/4HANA procurement implementation and stabilization.Ensure procurement master data accuracy above established company standards.Improve procurement transaction efficiency and compliance.Contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.Develop strong relationships with suppliers and internal business partners.Provide reliable reporting and purchasing support to management.
Reports To: Procurement Manager