Planner/Buyer I

SGS Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in New York, NY seeks a Procurement Analyst to support end-to-end purchasing activities and bridge communication between end-users and suppliers.

The role focuses on analyzing purchases, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities while ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards. Strong SAP and Power BI skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 2-3 years of Supply Chain experience in all facets.
• Proficiency in SAP and strong Microsoft Suite/Power BI skills a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Procurement email traffic and bridge the communication gap with end-users.
• Execute end-to-end purchasing activities including sourcing, order creation, tracking, and invoice reconciliation using SAP.
• Analyze purchase data, inventory levels, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (planning, production, logistics, finance) to ensure materials and services are delivered on time and meet quality requirements.
• Support vendor negotiations to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate master data and procurement records within SAP.
• Prepare and present analytical reports on spending, supplier performance, and key procurement metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to strategic sourcing efforts.

Skills

Procurement

End-to-end purchasing

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Suite

Power BI

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with Procurement email traffic and bridge the communication gap with end-users
• Execute end-to-end purchasing activities including sourcing, order creation, tracking, and invoice reconciliation using SAP.
• Analyze purchase data, inventory levels, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (planning, production, logistics, finance) to ensure materials and services are delivered on time and meet quality requirements.
• Support vendor negotiations to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate master data and procurement records within SAP.
• Prepare and present analytical reports on spending, supplier performance, and key procurement metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to strategic sourcing efforts.

Skills

• SAP and strong Microsoft Suite/Power BI Supply Chain experience
• ProcurementBuyerPurchasingend-to-end purchasing activities

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-3 years of Supply Chain experience in all facets.
• Proficiency in SAP and strong Microsoft Suite/Power BI skills a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with manufacturing or production environments is an advantage