Rising Procurement Specialist: Global Supply Chain

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Rochester seeks a Junior Purchasing Agent to support procurement, coordinate supplier activities, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely materials for business operations.

The role exercises judgment within guidelines, collaborates with internal departments and suppliers, and contributes to efficient supply chain operations while developing skills for advancement within the Purchasing Department.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• 1 to 3 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related business experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment within purchasing policies.
• Works well in cross functional teams.

Responsabilidades

• Manage assigned purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers on orders, shipments, and delivery schedules.
• Review and maintain purchase orders for accuracy and timely follow-up.
• Monitor ASNs, shipment activity, and supplier communications to resolve discrepancies.
• Evaluate purchasing information and communicate delays or shortages to departments.
• Order and manage replacement parts with internal teams and suppliers.
• Maintain purchasing records and supplier documentation in the ERP system.
• Support Customer Service, Manufacturing, Distribution, and other departments with material availability.
• Research purchasing issues and propose practical efficiency improvements.
• Assist in evaluating vendor performance related to quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and departmental projects.
• Perform other procurement and supply chain responsibilities as assigned.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / related field

Herramientas

SAP

ERP systems

MS Excel

Descripción del empleo

University of Rochester seeks a Junior Purchasing Agent to support procurement, coordinate supplier activities, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely materials for business operations.

The role exercises judgment within guidelines, collaborates with internal departments and suppliers, and contributes to efficient supply chain operations while developing skills for advancement within the Purchasing Department.