PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Role is focused on processing and monitoring purchasing orders for multiple companies, maintaining supplier
relationships, and contributing to cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
? Review and modify, as needed, purchase requests and execute purchasing orders for goods and
services. Monitor and track order status and address delays or shipment discrepancies.
? Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers. Evaluate supplier performance and ensure
compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards.
? Identify cost-saving opportunities through competitive bidding and negotiation. Work towards
achieving cost reduction targets without compromising on quality.
? Work closely with various departments to understand their procurement needs in order to identify new
suppliers, products and industry trends.
? Perform other duties as assigned.
? Ability to occasionally visit other company locations or suppliers as needed.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Experience in Supply Chain Management Preferred.

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
REQUIREMENTS
? 1-2 years of experience in procurement or buyer role.
? Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
? Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with procurement software.
? Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
? Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
? Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
? Desire to learn and grow skillset in the area of Procurement.
? Experience and/or knowledge of the asphalt industry desired but not required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor?s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

If you meet the minimum requirements and would like to be considered please send your resume to: [email protected]
Text our office: 908-725-6600
or visit our website and apply online.

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS? Review and modify, as needed, purchase requests and execute purchasing orders for goods andservices. Monitor and track order status and address delays or shipment discrepancies.? Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers. Evaluate supplier performance and ensurecompliance with contractual obligations and quality standards.? Identify cost-saving opportunities through competitive bidding and negotiation. Work towardsachieving cost reduction targets without compromising on quality.? Work closely with various departments to understand their procurement needs in order to identify newsuppliers, products and industry trends.? Perform other duties as assigned.? Ability to occasionally visit other company locations or suppliers as needed.

experience

1-4 years

skills

Experience in Supply Chain Management Preferred.

qualifications

REQUIREMENTS? 1-2 years of experience in procurement or buyer role.? Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.? Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with procurement software.? Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.? Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.? Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.? Desire to learn and grow skillset in the area of Procurement.? Experience and/or knowledge of the asphalt industry desired but not required.EDUCATIONBachelor?s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

education

No Degree Required
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