Buyer

Progressive Recruitment; Bismarck Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Recruitment is seeking a procurement professional for a contract role in Jefferson City, MO. The 11-month assignment may extend or convert to a permanent position, focusing on the timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality materials and services.

The role includes coordinating with various groups, negotiating, and preparing final agreements. SAP, Office 365, and Outlook experience is required, with SAP purchasing experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, Office 365 and Outlook required to handle tasks.
• Purchasing experience in SAP is a plus.
• Strong analysis skills required.
• Must work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multitask between calls, emails, and in-person inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services with minor financial commitments.
• Coordinate with associated groups and lead resolution of purchasing problems.
• Assist with negotiations and prepare documents related to finalizing agreements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Multitasking

Phone etiquette

Tools

SAP

Office 365

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Location: Jefferson City, MO
Duration: 11 month contract (with possibility of extension or conversion to permanent role)

Project Procurement consists of the timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality materials, supplies and resources. It also includes coordinating with associated groups and leading the resolution of purchasing problems. Under specific direction, procure goods and services typically involving minor financial commitments and little technical complexity. Assist with negotiations and prepare associated documents relative to finalizing agreements.

Experience to include SAP, Office 365 and Outlook are required to handle tasks. Purchasing experience in SAP is a plus. Positive phone etiquette is needed to work with in‑house customers and suppliers. Strong analysis skills is required to determine when and how PO's should be placed, managing inventory levels and supplier on‑time deliveries. Must be able to work under pressure and within deadlines. Person should be able to multi‑task as phone calls, emails, and personnel stopping by is common.

Additional Information

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