Design & Engineering, Project Specialist | Full-Time (SeaWorld San Diego, On-Site)

What You Get to Do:

As a Project Specialist, you’ll be responsible for procurement of goods and services to ensure the park’s needs are met while adhering to the general guidelines of SEA Purchasing Standards.

• Assist in the overall annual budget preparation and year-end projections for SeaWorld and Sesame Place General Services & Rides.

• Create and maintain systems for financial tracking and cost analysis OPEX.

• Provide monthly budget reconciliation including but not limited to accruals, journal entries, and cash flow management.

• Enter purchase requisition requests.

• Serve as the department liaison for purchase order modifications; track and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.

• Coordinate park access for contractors.

• Prepare and maintain confidential company information.

• Provide administrative support for the department.

• Seek to obtain and purchase all goods and services at the lowest possible total end-user cost considering the guidelines of quality, delivery, service, and price.

• Work in a team environment and interact with operational units and vendors in a professional manner.

• Represent the buying organization as an agent.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What It Takes to Succeed:

• At least 18 years of age.

• 1 year of experience in a structured purchasing environment.

• 3 years of progressive experience in financial and coordination responsibilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to read, write, and speak English.

• Strong analytical and advanced mathematical skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Intermediate computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office applications and SAP.

• Able to effectively present information in medium-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Able to effectively and accurately communicate requirements to team members.

• Able to understand and interpret various forms of information (written and verbal) and make considered decisions.

• Must be detail oriented.

• Able to maintain a professional image at all times.

• Able to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

• Able to work under general supervision.

• Willingness and motivation to learn and use new techniques.

• Knowledge of purchasing processes and buying techniques, including price/term negotiation skills.

• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills with the ability to promote a team environment.

• Ability to speak in public.

• Willing to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.

Compensation: 21.00 USD per hour