Contract Procurement Specialist – Pontiac, IL

Swoon; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Buyer for a 6-month contract in Pontiac, IL. This fully onsite role requires procurement experience and expertise in MRP/ERP systems. Candidates should have a minimum high school diploma and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include optimizing suppliers and ensuring quality purchases at competitive prices. This entry-level position offers the potential for full-time conversion.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable purchasing laws and supply chain management.
• Written communication, attention to detail, and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.

Responsibilities

• Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on various factors.
• Approve purchases of quality merchandise at the lowest prices.
• Confer with staff and vendors about defective goods.

Skills

Local to Pontiac, IL area

Flexibility with working hours (7:00-15:00)

Tech savvy; proficient with Microsoft Excel

MRP/ERP experience (e.g., SAP, NetSuite)

2 years of procurement experience

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to analyze financial reports

Education

Minimum GED or high school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

NetSuite

Microsoft Word

Job description

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Buyer for a 6-month contract in Pontiac, IL. This fully onsite role requires procurement experience and expertise in MRP/ERP systems. Candidates should have a minimum high school diploma and be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include optimizing suppliers and ensuring quality purchases at competitive prices. This entry-level position offers the potential for full-time conversion.