Senior Buyer

Akkodis; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 50,971 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A staffing and consulting company is looking for a Senior Buyer for a contract role located in Minneapolis, MN. This position involves executing procurement actions and managing supplier contracts to ensure timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management and have at least 2 years of experience in procurement. A hybrid work schedule will be offered, with three days in the office each week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of managing procurement projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement actions that align with organizational goals.
• Manage purchase order contracts to ensure timely material delivery.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize procurement practices.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Supplier management

Proficiency in procurement software

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Senior Buyer for a 6+ months contract with a client located in Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid work schedule - 3 Days office). Pay Range: $37/hr. - $47/hr. (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Job Description

In this role, you will impact the successful execution of procurement fulfillment by leveraging your expertise in procurement strategies and supplier management, ensuring that our supply chain remains agile and responsive to business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute procurement actions that align with organizational goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Managing purchase order contracts to ensure materials & parts are delivered on time at the right cost.
• Working with suppliers on their commitments to forecasted demands while, when necessary, driving recovery & maintaining lines of balance to track progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement practices and enhance supplier relationships; ensure communications and statuses are clearly articulated and available in a timely manner that satisfies their need.
• Support procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management.
• And other related activities & tasks as assigned by management.

You Must Have

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

We Value

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven track record of managing procurement projects effectively.
• Ability to drive change and lead cross-functional teams.

If you are interested in this Senior Buyer job in Minneapolis, MN please contact Ishwar Gupta at [phone] or [e-mail]. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com.

This position requires the use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access to controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records by federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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