Procurement Specialist

ER Associates, Inc.; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Holiday pay

Job summary

ER Associates, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Procurement Specialist (Project Buyer Expeditor) to drive day-to-day procurement operations and manage PO schedules for the New Unit Gas Turbine Business.

This role emphasizes tactical execution and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to meet project targets. You will resolve daily supply chain challenges, optimize delivery schedules, and maintain transparency across global suppliers, with a focus on on-time PO issuance and process

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct procurement experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Manage a dedicated work queue, ensure purchase orders are issued on time, and track execution through completion.
• Supplier Coordination: Oversee a portfolio of suppliers, follow up on order confirmations, monitor quality compliance, negotiate price increase requests, and resolve invoicing/payment issues.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with global/local project management, MRP, and logistics teams to align on schedules, planning, and transportation/customs requirements.
• Process Compliance & Systems: Implement and follow globally defined procurement guidelines and tools (e.g., compliant Purchase-to-Pay processes, IT systems, and online contract management tools).
• Supplier Management: Support supplier qualification, evaluation, classification, and development initiatives.
• Tracking & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation, monitor procurement tracking lists, and deliver weekly schedule progress reports.

Skills

Procurement

SAP

Excel

Collaboration

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Job Title

Procurement Specialist

Location

Orlando, FL

Contract Duration

12 Months

Pay Rate

$29.00/hr on W2

Role Overview

As a Project Buyer Expeditor, you will drive day-to-day procurement operations to ensure project targets and schedules are met. This role focuses on the tactical execution of purchase order schedules for materials supporting the New Unit Gas Turbine Business. Working closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners, you will resolve daily supply chain challenges, optimize delivery schedules, and maintain full transparency to support project success.

As a Project Buyer Expeditor, you will drive day-to-day procurement operations to ensure project targets and schedules are met. This role focuses on the tactical execution of purchase order schedules for materials supporting the New Unit Gas Turbine Business. Working closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners, you will resolve daily supply chain challenges, optimize delivery schedules, and maintain full transparency to support project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Manage a dedicated work queue, ensure purchase orders are issued on time, and track execution through completion.
• Supplier Coordination: Oversee a portfolio of suppliers, follow up on order confirmations, monitor quality compliance, negotiate price increase requests, and resolve invoicing/payment issues.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with global/local project management, material requirements planning (MRP), and logistics teams to align on schedules, planning, and transportation/customs requirements.
• Process Compliance & Systems: Implement and follow globally defined procurement guidelines and tools (e.g., compliant Purchase-to-Pay processes, IT systems, and online contract management tools).
• Supplier Management: Support supplier qualification, evaluation, classification, and development initiatives.
• Tracking & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation, monitor procurement tracking lists, and deliver weekly schedule progress reports.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 3+ years of direct procurement experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong hands-on experience with SAP transactions and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Operational Capabilities: Proven ability to work in complex, fast-changing global environments and manage tight deadlines independently or as part of a team.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with strong collaboration, influence, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• “ TalentBridge employees are eligible for many benefit offerings such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, 401(k) and holiday pay!”