Procurement & Purchasing Specialist

Vaco LLC; Brookwood (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco LLC is seeking a Procurement & Purchasing Specialist (Temporary) in Brookwood, AL to provide administrative and operational support to the purchasing team. This role is immediate-start through March 2027 and requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include processing requisitions, supporting procurement projects, assisting with invoicing and delivery paperwork, and performing basic bid comparisons and analyses.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process requisitions for assigned procurement areas.
• Support purchasing and procurement team projects and initiatives.
• Assist with accounting-related items and invoice exception resolution.
• Receive and process daily delivery paperwork.
• Manage material quotes and assist with RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Perform bid comparisons and basic procurement analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and support purchasing documentation.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Team player

Self-starter

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Procurement & Purchasing Specialist (Temporary)

Location: Brookwood, AL

Duration: Immediate start through March 2027

Employment Type: Temporary

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Procurement & Purchasing Support Specialist to provide administrative and operational support to its purchasing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organizational skills, procurement knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process requisitions for assigned procurement areas
• Support purchasing and procurement team projects and initiatives
• Assist with accounting-related items and invoice exception resolution
• Receive and process daily delivery paperwork
• Manage material quotes and assist with RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs
• Perform bid comparisons and basic procurement analysis
• Maintain accurate records and support purchasing documentation

Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-starter who demonstrates initiative and accountability
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

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