Position : Procurement Purchasing Specialist
Location : Orlando, FL
Hourly Pay : $18.50 / hour
Length of Assignment : 3+ months with possibility of extension or to be a permanent employee
This role works in the Corporate Supply Chain Management organization and reports to the Procurement Manager. Primary responsibility is to action, monitor and complete purchase requests.
The PS works closely with the Company stakeholders / requestors, Finance teams, Procurement Manager, Corporate Buyers, Category Managers and Supply Chain Leaders to support procurement processes and subsequent implementation of national programs while providing exceptional customer service.
You will :
- Action, monitor, and complete purchase requests in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service to our Company and stakeholders.
- Enter and track purchase requisitions in ERP.
- Enter catalog orders as needed.
- Directing all relevant purchases to vendors on the SCM preferred vendor list
- Identify local requirements and assist requisitions to enter complete and accurate purchase requests.
- Set up vendors, keep vendor information updated, look up vendor numbers, and look up PO numbers when invoice research is needed.
- Maintain all purchasing files securely.
What it takes to succeed :
- Bachelor's degree or two (2) years equivalent business experience desired.
- Professional certification in CPSM, CSCP, CSCMP a plus.
- Must possess SAP knowledge in Materials Management and Finance modules.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.
- Working knowledge of purchasing practices and policies.
- Must have a working knowledge of the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills with ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
- Must possess strong computer / Window’s software knowledge.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Minimum two (2) years Procurement experience.
- Basic knowledge of financial accounting, economic, operations, and business strategy concepts
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