Job Description
Job Description
Title : (Buyer) / Purchasing 2
Location : Pontiac, IL (Peoria area)
Workplace type : Fully onsite (M-F regular 40 hour work week)
HOURS : 7am-3pm CST
Type : Contract
Pay : $21.75-23.77 / hour on w2
Timeline : looking to submit by 9 / 17
Length : 6 months- large possibility to extend
Screenings : no tech, full panel drug and background once hired
- optional benefits, long term contract with ability to extend or convert to full time
Must haves :
Local to Pontiac, IL areaFlexibility with working hours (7-3)Minimum GED or High school diploma (valid)Tech savvyExperience with excel- vlookups, pivot tables, etcMRP / ERP experience (SAP, netsuite, etc) ideally OR CRM experienceideally : 2-4 years of work experienceSummary :
The main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment.
Job Responsibilities :
Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods.Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.Skills :
Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.Ability to accurately document and record customer / client information.Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.Knowledge of supply chain management.Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.Story Behind the Need – Business Group & Key Projects
Position’s Contributions to Work GroupSurrounding team & key projectsPurpose of this teamReason for the requestPosition’s Contributions to Work Group :
Indirect purchasing analyst support for the Pontiac, IL facility.Why (client name removed)? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at (client name removed). With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at (client name removed) travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”
Typical Day or Week in the Role
Typical task breakdown and rhythmInteraction level with teamTeam StructureWork environment descriptionTypical task breakdown :
Invoice grief supportSupplier onboardingQuotingNDSASupporting the Category BuyerInteraction with team :
Working with the Category Buyer at the Pontiac FacilityTeam Structure
The buyer and the analyst at the facility. The indirect team has 12 people.