Buyer/Procurement Analyst

PlanIT Group, LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group, LLC in Lexington, KY is seeking an entry-level procurement assistant responsible for sourcing machinery, equipment, and materials. You will assist with supplier communications, data entry, and maintaining records to support timely purchases.

Responsibilities include analyzing price trends, preparing bids, and supporting negotiation efforts while upholding security clearances and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates with data entry experience and ability to create/use Excel worksheets (≥1 year).
• Must have a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Analyze supplier performance and price trends.
• Prepare RFPs and bid packages as needed.

Skills

Data Entry

Excel

Job description

Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.

• Looking for entry level candidates with data entry experience and the ability to create and use Excel worksheets with at least 1 year experience . Must have a secret clearance.