Supply Chain Specialist

Insight Global; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a procurement professional to manage purchase orders, coordinate vendor quotes, and ensure on-time delivery across projects. You will evaluate equipment availability, negotiate terms, and issue POs to selected suppliers, acting as a liaison among customers, vendors, and project teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in supply chain or procurement, a Bachelor's in a related field, strong Excel and ERP experience, and Spanish language proficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience with buying, purchasing, and vendor negotiations.
• 4+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and the purchasing lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on schedule.
• Identify and contact appropriate vendors to confirm material and equipment availability, pricing, and delivery options.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes to determine best overall value.
• Issue purchase orders to selected vendors.
• Coordinate deliveries to project sites and communicate delivery schedules.

Skills

Supply chain management

Vendor negotiation

ERP systems

Excel

Forecasting & budgeting

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Job Description

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on schedule
• Identify and contact appropriate vendors to confirm material and equipment availability, pricing, and delivery options
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes to determine the best overall value
• Issue purchase orders to selected vendors
• Coordinate deliveries to project sites and proactively communicate delivery schedules
• Research unfamiliar equipment and materials and provide relevant information to internal customers
• Serve as a liaison between customers, vendors, project teams, and the broader supply chain organization
• Maintain positive relationships with strategic suppliers to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives
• Assist with the preparation of bidding documents, including bidder instructions, specifications, notices, and proposal forms
• Review and approve invoices and authorize payments
• Analyze industry, supply, and demand trends
• Support senior leadership in developing and implementing sourcing strategies
• Resolve vendor issues, disputes, and delivery concerns
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the ERP system
• Implement and improve procurement processes focused on efficiency, cost savings, and best practices
• Assist team members with forecasting and budgeting throughout the procurement cycle
• Partner with internal stakeholders to determine purchasing specifications, sources, availability, pricing, shipping, and receiving requirements
• Address customer concerns promptly with a focus on customer satisfaction

Skills and Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience with buying, purchasing, and vendor negotiations
• 4+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and the purchasing lifecycle
• Experience working with ERP systems and maintaining accurate procurement data
• Strong vendor management and relationship-building skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field
• Experience supporting the construction, manufacturing, industrial, or equipment sector
• Experience preparing or supporting bidding documentation
• Experience with supply chain forecasting and budgeting
• Experience analyzing industry and demand trends
• Spanish-language proficiency

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].