We are looking for an experienced IT Purchasing Manager to support a Contract position based in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role will oversee technology supplier relationships across hardware, software, cloud, and service providers while helping the organization strengthen value, control costs, and improve vendor accountability. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, deep experience with IT procurement, and the ability to lead sourcing strategies that support both financial and operational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead negotiations for technology contracts, balancing pricing, service quality, risk exposure, and long-term business value.<br>• Build and refine a structured approach for IT sourcing, supplier governance, risk oversight, and performance evaluation.<br>• Manage a broad portfolio of technology vendors spanning software, hardware, cloud solutions, and outsourced services.<br>• Establish measurable service expectations by defining and monitoring service levels, key performance indicators, and supplier outcomes.<br>• Identify opportunities to reduce technology spend and improve contract terms across a high-value vendor landscape.<br>• Guide and develop procurement or vendor management team members while promoting disciplined, cost-aware decision-making.<br>• Partner with stakeholders across the enterprise to align supplier strategies with operational priorities and technology needs.<br>• Maintain organized vendor documentation, agreements, and supporting records to ensure visibility and compliance.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Procure to Pay Manager to oversee the full purchasing-to-payment cycle for a Long-term Contract position based in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role will strengthen operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and policy adherence across procurement, invoice management, and supplier payments. The ideal candidate will work closely with finance, procurement, and technology teams to improve processes, support strong vendor partnerships, and deliver measurable performance results. This is a hybrid role (3 days a week onsite; 2 days remote).</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day Procure-to-Pay activities across purchasing support, invoice handling, and payment execution to maintain smooth and controlled operations.</p><p>• Guide the team in reviewing, approving, and processing invoices accurately and on schedule while ensuring alignment with contract terms and internal procedures.</p><p>• Build effective relationships with suppliers, address payment concerns quickly, and help maintain positive vendor performance.</p><p>• Collaborate with procurement and finance stakeholders to support savings opportunities, strengthen payment practices, and improve cash flow management.</p><p>• Lead staff development through coaching, performance oversight, and training that promotes accountability and engagement.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and expand automation tools that reduce manual effort and improve transaction quality.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to financial controls, tax obligations, and regulatory requirements throughout the Procure-to-Pay cycle.</p><p>• Produce and analyze key operational metrics such as processing timeliness, exception trends, and supplier service levels to drive continuous improvement.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end financial activities by coordinating reconciliations, accruals, and other close-related Procure-to-Pay tasks.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to support procurement operations for a utilities and infrastructure environment. This contract position has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone with at least 1 year of experience handling purchasing workflows, supplier coordination, and invoice-related follow-up. The person in this role will help maintain efficient purchasing processes, resolve order and billing issues, and support accurate records across daily procurement activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and manage purchase orders to ensure materials and services are requested accurately and on time<br>• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to track purchasing activity and maintain smooth order fulfillment<br>• Review invoices for accuracy, obtain appropriate approvals, and follow up on outstanding items<br>• Investigate billing exceptions and work with suppliers or stakeholders to resolve discrepancies promptly<br>• Support day-to-day activities within the purchasing department, including documentation, status updates, and record maintenance<br>• Assist with vendor management tasks such as communication, issue resolution, and contract-related updates<br>• Process purchasing and invoice information within ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle to keep data current and reliable
We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Buyer to support manufacturing operations in Cincinnati, Ohio by ensuring materials are sourced efficiently and available when needed. This position plays a key role in balancing production demand, inventory objectives, and supplier performance while helping maintain a reliable flow of goods. The ideal candidate brings strong purchasing expertise, sound judgment in supplier coordination, and the ability to act quickly when material availability or service levels are at risk.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Issue and manage purchase orders to align material availability with production plans and inventory goals.<br>• Track supplier results across on-time delivery, product quality, and cost performance, and address gaps when standards are not met.<br>• Evaluate demand patterns, stock positions, and supplier lead times to reduce the risk of shortages or excess inventory.<br>• Follow up on critical materials, accelerate shipments when needed, and resolve supplier-related disruptions that could affect manufacturing output.<br>• Review purchasing system alerts, exceptions, and planning messages, then take timely corrective action.<br>• Negotiate pricing, delivery timing, and other commercial terms within approved procurement parameters.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records, item data, and system information to support effective planning and order execution.<br>• Partner with suppliers on confirmations, schedule updates, and order changes while supporting new parts, engineering revisions, and supplier qualification efforts.<br>• Work closely with Accounts Payable and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.<br>• Contribute to cost savings, process improvements, supplier development, and compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical standards.
We are looking for a Supply Chain Buyer Planner to support manufacturing operations in Cincinnati, Ohio through proactive material planning, purchasing, and supplier coordination. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a supply chain specialist who can balance demand signals, inventory goals, and production schedules while keeping material availability on track. The role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to maintain continuity of supply, improve purchasing performance, and help ensure smooth plant operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and manage purchase orders that align with forecasted demand, production requirements, and inventory objectives.<br>• Track supplier commitments and follow up on delivery timing, product quality, and cost performance to reduce operational risk.<br>• Evaluate material demand, stock positions, and lead time trends to minimize shortages while avoiding unnecessary excess.<br>• Take prompt action on urgent material issues by expediting orders and coordinating solutions with suppliers and internal teams.<br>• Review system-generated planning exceptions and purchasing signals, then determine the appropriate next steps to protect supply continuity.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records, part data, and related planning information within the company’s ERP environment.<br>• Communicate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgements, schedule updates, quantity changes, and other order-related adjustments.<br>• Assist with new item launches, engineering updates, and supplier onboarding activities that affect purchased materials.<br>• Partner with Accounts Payable and suppliers to investigate and resolve invoice and order discrepancies.<br>• Contribute to cost savings, supplier improvement efforts, and adherence to company purchasing policies and ethical procurement standards.