Associate Enterprise Buyer: MRO Procurement & Sourcing

RS Group; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RS Integrated Supply in Savannah, GA is seeking an Associate Enterprise Buyer to handle routine MRO procurement and ensure timely orders in our procurement system. You will develop vendor relationships, create RFQs, and process purchase orders for assigned clients.

You will use RS ERP systems and Power BI dashboards to monitor KPIs, identify savings opportunities, and collaborate with the Sourcing Management team to optimize sourcing strategies.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree required; four-year college degree preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• CPM/APICS certification desirable.
• Knowledge of MRO materials preferred.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency in RS Integrated Supply and client ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Windows OS, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with acute attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Basic math skills to support savings and margin calculations.
• Adept at managing time and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Bilingual in Spanish or French is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Create RFQs utilizing the SAS (Sync Automated Sourcing) tool and sourcing competitive pricing quotes.
• Generate purchase orders using RS Integrated Supply or client purchasing systems.
• Review PO acknowledgements and document price or delivery changes.
• Execute open order management activities including expediting and follow-ups.
• Review supplier invoice discrepancies (IDRs).
• Find and achieve cost savings through sourcing new suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors.
• Exceed client contract savings targets through analyses and negotiations.
• Work with Sourcing Management and Category Management to determine sourcing strategy.
• Assist in establishing new suppliers and documenting vendor records.
• Maintain open communication with internal and external customers.
• Utilize Power BI Reports and Procurement Dashboards to self-manage to KPI goals.
• Participate in special projects within Enterprise Procurement.
• Presentations to internal stakeholders as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned within Enterprise Procurement.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Time management

Bilingual (Spanish or French)

Education

Two-year degree

Four-year degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Power BI

RS ERP system

Job description

RS Integrated Supply in Savannah, GA is seeking an Associate Enterprise Buyer to handle routine MRO procurement and ensure timely orders in our procurement system. You will develop vendor relationships, create RFQs, and process purchase orders for assigned clients.

You will use RS ERP systems and Power BI dashboards to monitor KPIs, identify savings opportunities, and collaborate with the Sourcing Management team to optimize sourcing strategies.