Strategic Purchasing Agent — SAP & Supplier Delivery

MDS Staffing; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Omaha, Nebraska to ensure timely procurement of materials and services for manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Sourcing to maintain cost-effective supply chain performance and support internal customer demand.

The role involves creating POs in SAP, tracking deliveries, negotiating pricing, and maintaining purchasing data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, not required.
• 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or related experience.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders and procurement records in SAP.
• Procure goods and services to meet internal and external customer sales orders.
• Prepare and execute purchase orders in SAP.
• Follow up on delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Maintain purchasing data and set stocking levels.
• Expedite delivery and escalate issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Omaha, Nebraska to ensure timely procurement of materials and services for manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Sourcing to maintain cost-effective supply chain performance and support internal customer demand.

The role involves creating POs in SAP, tracking deliveries, negotiating pricing, and maintaining purchasing data.