We are looking for a Procurement Specialist 4 to support sourcing and procurement operations for a long-term contract assignment based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can partner with stakeholders, guide category planning, and manage supplier-related activities in a facilities management environment. The position focuses on delivering strategic sourcing support, ensuring policy adherence, and helping business teams make informed purchasing decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather business needs and translate them into effective sourcing and procurement plans.<br>• Lead category and sub-category purchasing activities by shaping strategies, timelines, and supplier engagement approaches.<br>• Oversee end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including bid management, contract support, cost considerations, and risk mitigation.<br>• Provide guidance to business teams on procurement policies, best practices, and compliant purchasing procedures.<br>• Build and maintain productive relationships with strategic suppliers while identifying new vendors that align with business objectives.<br>• Prepare reports, summaries, and supporting materials for leadership to communicate sourcing progress and recommendations.<br>• Monitor adherence to established sourcing processes and serve as a resource throughout each stage of procurement execution.<br>• Maintain awareness of market conditions, business priorities, and category trends to support sound decision-making.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and contracting activities for a broad range of goods and services in Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an early-career procurement specialist who can manage solicitations, prepare compliant contracts, and help maintain strong purchasing practices across a public-sector environment. The role works closely with senior procurement staff to ensure acquisitions and agreements align with applicable regulations, internal policies, and budget requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead intake and coordination of procurement requests, gathering business needs and determining the most appropriate purchasing approach for each requirement.</p><p>• Prepare and manage competitive solicitation activities by researching the market, drafting scopes or specifications, building evaluation criteria, issuing bid documents, and supporting solicitation events through award.</p><p>• Create and process contracts for materials, equipment, services, and grant-related expenditures, ensuring all terms reflect approved awards and required documentation is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Review bonds, insurance certificates, pricing details, and supporting records to confirm compliance with standards, statutes, and applicable requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized official procurement files and assist with audit support, responses, and related documentation inquiries.</p><p>• Support contract administration by helping resolve supplier performance concerns, pricing discrepancies, warranty matters, and other issues that arise during the agreement lifecycle.</p><p>• Coordinate contract updates such as renewals, amendments, extensions, terminations, and negotiated changes in accordance with contract terms and procurement rules.</p><p>• Analyze departmental purchasing patterns, upcoming needs, and available sourcing options to recommend cost-effective contracting strategies, renewals, and purchasing opportunities.</p><p>• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement procedures and participate in community engagement activities related to purchasing and contracting when needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support strategic purchasing and contracting activities in Minnesota. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance regulatory compliance, vendor management, and cost-conscious purchasing across a public-sector or transit-related environment. The role will partner with internal teams to source goods and services efficiently, maintain accurate procurement records, and help strengthen purchasing practices through sound analysis and process oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead purchasing and contract administration activities while ensuring adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements, as well as organizational procurement standards.<br>• Prepare and manage competitive solicitation packages such as bid requests, proposal requests, information requests, qualification-based documents, and related procurement materials.<br>• Oversee purchase order workflows and related purchasing activity to confirm policy compliance and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and control.<br>• Maintain complete, organized procurement files and supporting records so documentation is ready for audits, reviews, and reporting needs.<br>• Partner with department leaders to understand operational purchasing needs and identify practical, cost-effective sourcing solutions for goods and services.<br>• Review quotes, bids, contracts, and supporting documentation to verify alignment with procurement rules, internal policies, and ethical purchasing practices.<br>• Evaluate suppliers based on pricing, service quality, reliability, capabilities, and prior performance, and build productive vendor relationships that support value and consistency.<br>• Negotiate favorable pricing, discounts, and other cost-saving terms with suppliers while monitoring procurement activity against budget expectations.<br>• Coordinate with inventory support functions to help maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure timely availability of required materials.<br>• Administer purchasing accounts and monitor purchasing card activity to ensure proper approvals, spending control, and compliance with established procedures.
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Strongsville, Ohio in a contract position with long-term potential. This position supports day-to-day sourcing activity in a fast-moving service environment and is ideal for someone who can balance supplier research, organization, and accuracy. The role is fully onsite Monday through Friday and offers the opportunity to contribute to purchasing operations while building long-term potential within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and evaluate potential vendors to support purchasing needs and fulfill product or service requests.<br>• Assist with sourcing activities by gathering supplier information, comparing options, and helping move requests through the procurement process.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation with a high level of precision.<br>• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to clarify needs, timelines, pricing, and availability.<br>• Support buying and procurement workflows in a high-volume, deadline-driven setting.<br>• Review supplier responses and organize data to help inform purchasing decisions and contract-related discussions.<br>• Contribute to day-to-day procurement coordination while ensuring requests are handled in a timely and efficient manner.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in Stow, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position focuses on sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and helping internal teams maintain steady production through timely and accurate procurement activities. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with buying processes, purchase order management, and issue resolution, along with the ability to communicate effectively across suppliers and internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review bills of materials and stock levels to identify purchasing needs for components and raw materials.<br>• Prepare and distribute requests for quotation, evaluate supplier responses, and negotiate competitive pricing for routine commodities.<br>• Create and manage purchase orders with vendors, confirm transaction accuracy, and follow up on urgent deliveries to keep schedules on track.<br>• Investigate and resolve shipment variances, shortages, pricing errors, delivery conflicts, and supplier quality concerns.<br>• Keep internal teams informed of supply issues, expected resolutions, and practical alternatives to reduce operational disruption.<br>• Serve as a key point of coordination between suppliers and internal customers to support effective communication and timely problem-solving.<br>• Approve payment exceptions when invoice discrepancies require review and resolution.<br>• Document procurement workflows and procedures as assigned to support consistency and compliance.<br>• Monitor inventory levels to help maintain targeted stock positions unless otherwise directed by leadership.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate purchasing records in both digital and physical formats, and utilize company systems as needed, including Visual Manufacturing when applicable.
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and leasing activities for a busy operation in Skowhegan, Maine. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity that will focus on improving day-to-day procurement efficiency, maintaining vendor documentation, and coordinating with suppliers and contractors. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in corporate purchasing, contract administration, and order management while helping the team stay organized during a period of reduced staffing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage purchasing and leasing requests for equipment, materials, and services while ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.<br>• Prepare, review, and track purchase orders to support ongoing operational needs and maintain procurement continuity.<br>• Contact vendors and contractors to obtain updated rate sheets, pricing details, and supporting contract information.<br>• Help oversee lease-related spending and purchasing activity for a large volume of equipment assets.<br>• Maintain organized procurement records in SharePoint and other internal systems to improve document access and compliance tracking.<br>• Verify that supplier insurance certificates are current, complete, and properly filed, and follow up on outstanding items as needed.<br>• Support contract administration activities, including monitoring agreement terms and assisting with renewals for multi-year arrangements.<br>• Provide day-to-day procurement support to help address workload gaps within an understaffed team.<br>• Use Excel and other standard business tools to monitor purchasing activity, organize data, and support reporting needs.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a manufacturing team on a Contract basis. This role will support proposal and estimate development by evaluating material needs, purchased components, and labor requirements tied to production activities. The position is well suited for someone who understands manufacturing operations and can translate production methods into accurate cost assessments. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to help build reliable pricing inputs for quotes and planning decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare detailed cost estimates for raw materials, externally sourced components, and labor associated with manufacturing proposals.</p><p>• Review product structures and bills of materials to identify required parts, quantities, and cost drivers for each estimate.</p><p>• Assess fabrication and assembly processes, including methods such as machining and welding, to develop realistic production cost assumptions.</p><p>• Analyze labor content for assembly and related shop activities to support accurate proposal pricing.</p><p>• Partner with proposal management and procurement teams to gather supplier pricing, validate assumptions, and strengthen estimate accuracy.</p><p>• Create and manage purchase order-related inputs and procurement documentation that support buying activities and sourcing decisions.</p><p>• Apply lean manufacturing concepts when evaluating cost opportunities and potential efficiencies within the estimating process.</p><p>• Use company procurement and estimating tools to organize data, track inputs, and maintain consistency across proposal activities.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and order management activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Westlake, Ohio. This fully onsite role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced service environment and can balance accuracy, coordination, and timely follow-through across multiple transactions. The person in this position will work closely with internal partners to keep procurement operations organized, responsive, and compliant with established procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate customer purchase orders alongside sales quotations to confirm pricing, product details, and order accuracy before processing.<br>• Prepare and release purchase orders for materials and services while ensuring complete and timely documentation.<br>• Maintain product and item records within internal systems with a high degree of precision and consistency.<br>• Handle return authorization activity and related customer credit processing in an efficient and accurate manner.<br>• Oversee procurement-related workflow across purchasing, order fulfillment, invoicing, and payment coordination to support smooth daily operations.<br>• Use business systems and tools such as Excel, Outlook, Salesforce, and NetSuite to manage records, track activity, and complete transactional tasks.<br>• Partner with teams across sales, operations, and finance to resolve discrepancies, answer questions, and keep orders moving forward.<br>• Support adherence to procurement guidelines and internal controls through accurate processing and documentation practices.<br>• Recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency, reduce errors, and strengthen procurement operations.<br>• Provide consistent administrative follow-up on open items, pending actions, and status updates to ensure deadlines are met.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing and supplier management for a wide range of indirect spend categories within a Health Pharm/Biotech environment in Princeton, NJ. This long-term Contract position will focus on securing value through thoughtful category planning, effective contract negotiation, and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders. The role is well suited for a procurement specialist who can balance commercial objectives, compliance expectations, and operational priorities in a regulated setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct sourcing activities across indirect purchasing areas such as technology, marketing, facilities, consulting services, travel, and transportation.</p><p>• Build category plans that support business priorities, strengthen compliance, and improve long-term supplier value.</p><p>• Conduct supplier negotiations for complex agreements to achieve favorable pricing, service commitments, and contractual protections.</p><p>• Oversee contracts from initial drafting and review through execution and ongoing adherence, working closely with legal and internal business teams.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to reduce spend, improve total cost outcomes, and enhance the value delivered by suppliers.</p><p>• Collaborate with partners in operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, finance, IT, marketing, and other corporate functions to align procurement strategies with business needs.</p><p>• Evaluate market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to inform sourcing decisions and category direction.</p><p>• Reduce supply and compliance exposure by strengthening sourcing approaches, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting diversification efforts.</p><p>• Measure and communicate procurement results, including savings, service performance, key metrics, and compliance with negotiated terms.</p><p>• Contribute to broader procurement improvement efforts such as vendor onboarding enhancements, payment term optimization, supplier diversity initiatives, and purchasing data standardization.</p>
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join a service-focused organization in Texas on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a procurement specialist who can confidently manage purchasing operations in a machine shop or manufacturing environment while building strong supplier relationships. The right candidate will bring a practical approach to cost control, material availability, and cross-functional support for production and engineering needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full purchasing cycle, from identifying needs and issuing purchase orders to tracking deliveries and closing out transactions accurately.<br>• Identify, evaluate, and develop supplier partnerships that improve pricing, service levels, and overall supply reliability.<br>• Negotiate commercial terms with vendors, including cost, lead times, and payment conditions, to support business objectives.<br>• Monitor supplier performance and address quality, delivery, or service concerns to maintain dependable material flow.<br>• Work closely with inventory, engineering, and production teams to align purchasing activity with demand forecasts and operational priorities.<br>• Review material availability and respond quickly to shortages or delayed shipments to reduce disruption to daily operations.<br>• Maintain current pricing and purchasing records, including cost updates and related documentation, to support accurate planning and reporting.<br>• Investigate and resolve purchasing discrepancies, invoice issues, and supplier-related problems in a timely manner.<br>• Use purchasing and inventory data to identify trends, improve decision-making, and strengthen overall procurement performance.
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations for a manufacturing environment. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can balance supplier communication, purchasing accuracy, and cost-conscious decision-making while helping maintain steady material flow. The role will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to improve purchasing performance, support inventory transactions, and contribute to reliable on-time delivery.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Cultivate productive supplier partnerships and manage ongoing communication to keep orders on schedule and resolve issues quickly.<br>• Evaluate supplier options and negotiate pricing, delivery timelines, service levels, and product quality to secure the best overall value.<br>• Assess freight, shipping, and rush-order costs as part of sourcing decisions and total purchase analysis.<br>• Prepare and submit purchase orders from quotation details within the company ERP system, ensuring all entries are accurate and complete.<br>• Monitor supplier quality and performance trends and share updates with leadership to support informed vendor management decisions.<br>• Work alongside the Purchasing Manager to help meet departmental performance targets related to quality, on-time delivery, and purchase order accuracy.<br>• Review purchasing data and broader market activity to identify savings opportunities and strengthen sourcing strategies.<br>• Support shipping and receiving tasks such as preparing shipments, processing inbound inventory, and recording required certification documentation in the system.<br>• Coordinate with the finance team to confirm invoiced inventory has been properly received and entered, and follow up with vendors when invoice and PO details do not align.<br>• Handle sensitive business information appropriately while maintaining clear, responsive communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in Youngstown, Ohio. This role focuses on keeping materials, packaging, and outside processing activities aligned with production needs through active supplier communication and accurate order management. The ideal candidate will help maintain purchasing records, resolve supply issues promptly, and contribute to dependable material availability across the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor open purchase orders each day, follow up with suppliers on overdue raw materials, packaging, and outside processing, and provide clear delivery updates to internal teams.</p><p>• Maintain accurate purchasing and manufacturing order information within company systems to support planning, scheduling, and inventory visibility.</p><p>• Track rejected material claims with suppliers, coordinate replacement or return activity, issue debit-related documentation, and confirm credit resolution in partnership with quality and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Review engineering change activity and update purchasing-related specifications or open orders based on direction from purchasing leadership.</p><p>• Conduct routine supplier reviews on upcoming deliveries and material readiness to verify on-time shipment performance and alignment with required order quantities.</p><p>• Support company-wide expediting efforts to secure materials and processing services needed to meet customer demand and plant production schedules.</p><p>• Assist with material shortage analysis and provide timely information to procurement leadership to help reduce supply risk.</p><p>• Help prepare and release purchase orders as assigned, while also working with accounting and inventory teams to resolve receiving or invoice discrepancies.</p><p>• Follow established operating procedures, report issues or progress to the Purchasing Manager, and provide backup support for purchasing leadership when needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support material flow for a manufacturing operation in Plymouth, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on securing timely delivery of purchased materials, maintaining strong supplier coordination, and helping internal teams stay aligned with production priorities. The role works closely with planning, manufacturing, quality, and sourcing partners to reduce supply risk, improve visibility to open orders, and keep critical materials available for business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Issue and maintain purchase orders while confirming pricing, terms, required documents, and delivery details before release.</p><p>• Track supplier acknowledgements and follow up to secure timely confirmation on open orders and committed ship dates.</p><p>• Accelerate urgent material orders when needed to protect production schedules and customer demand.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve shortages, delayed shipments, and order discrepancies through direct supplier communication and internal coordination.</p><p>• Review open purchase orders regularly to identify overdue deliveries and obtain updated commitments or recovery plans from suppliers.</p><p>• Communicate supply risks, schedule changes, and priority shifts to stakeholders across planning, manufacturing, quality, and sourcing teams.</p><p>• Update purchasing records, delivery dates, and related master data in SAP to maintain accurate material status information.</p><p>• Prepare and share reports on backlog, late orders, critical shortages, supplier responsiveness, and on-time delivery performance.</p><p>• Participate in shortage reviews and escalation discussions to support fast resolution of material constraints and production issues.</p>
<p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for supporting procurement activities by ordering materials, supplies, and equipment based on company needs. This role ensures timely and cost-effective purchasing while maintaining accurate records and working closely with vendors and internal teams. <strong><u>Please note this is a fully onsite position. </u></strong></p>
Seeking a Procurement Specialist in the Saline MI area. This role is 100% ONSITE M-F 8am - 5pm. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers. They will work diligently to fulfill the commitment of providing the right tool at the right price and the right time, efficiently and accurately performing all tasks related to exceeding our customer’s requirements.<br><br>Job Functions:<br>* Works closely with internal and external customers to ensure optimal service is provided.<br>* Develop effective business relationships with the supply base.<br>* Processes customer and vendor orders according to designated process.<br>* Provides timely and accurate information to incoming customer order status requests.<br>* Works closely with the credit department to resolve disputed A/R and A/P issues.<br>* Manages vendor purchase order follow up and issue resolution.<br>* May handle inventory management and inventory level analysis. <br>* Review inventory for nonmoving and overstock items and take appropriate action.<br>* Resolves vendor shipping issues in conjunction with warehouse.<br><br>Competencies:<br>* Customer/Client/Vendor Focus. <br>* Problem Solving & Analysis.<br>* Time Management and Self-Motivation <br>* Communication Proficiency.<br>* Teamwork Orientation.<br>* Effective conflict resolution.<br>* Proficient Excel capabilities.<br>* Organization/Prioritization of tasks.<br>* Attention to detail <br><br>Preferred Education Experience:<br>Supply Chain Management a plus but not necessary, on the job training provided. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook required. Manufacturing experience a plus, but not required
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Santa Barbara, California on a Contract assignment. In this role, you will help keep purchasing activities moving efficiently by supporting order processing, coordinating receipt and invoice verification, and helping ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time. This position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working across core procurement processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage purchase order activities from creation through completion, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review receiving records and supplier invoices to confirm alignment with purchase orders before payment is released.</p><p>• Support the three-way matching process by investigating discrepancies and coordinating corrections with internal teams and vendors.</p><p>• Assist the procurement team with day-to-day purchasing operations to maintain continuity during the contract period.</p><p>• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve order, receipt, and invoice issues efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain procurement documentation and transaction records in accordance with company procedures.</p><p>• Help monitor buying workflows to improve accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across procurement functions.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support strategic sourcing and vendor engagement efforts for a long-term contract opportunity in Washington, District of Columbia. This role focuses on managing procurement activity from initial request through purchase order completion while helping secure favorable commercial terms with external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong contract negotiation experience, sound judgment in supplier management, and the ability to oversee several active procurement initiatives at the same time.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of supplier agreements to achieve competitive pricing and balanced contractual terms.</p><p>• Prepare and negotiate non-disclosure agreements with outside organizations while ensuring appropriate protections are in place.</p><p>• Direct procurement activities related to IT and AI products and services, maintaining alignment with business needs and purchasing standards.</p><p>• Oversee multiple simultaneous purchasing workflows from requisition setup through purchase order issuance for supported teams and departments.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements, track procurement progress, and resolve issues that may affect timelines or delivery.</p><p>• Manage vendor relationships throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle to promote responsiveness, compliance, and value.</p><p>• Support procurement operations using tools such as Workday Financials for purchasing and strategic sourcing activities.</p><p>• Utilize contract management platforms such as LinkSquares to assist with agreement tracking, documentation, and review processes.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist/ Analyst to support procurement operations for a local government organization in Long Beach, California. This contract position with the potential to become permanent combines purchasing execution with data analysis, helping the team improve spending visibility, vendor oversight, and reporting quality. The role is well suited for someone who can balance day-to-day procurement tasks with analytical work that supports informed decisions and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain procurement metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools that highlight performance trends and support better purchasing decisions.<br>• Review purchasing data to identify spending patterns, supplier results, and opportunities to improve value and control costs.<br>• Prepare summaries, reports, and presentation materials that translate data findings into clear recommendations for leadership.<br>• Process purchase requisitions, obtain competitive vendor pricing, and coordinate the purchase of goods and services in accordance with public sector policies.<br>• Monitor contract timelines, renewal dates, and compliance documentation to help ensure vendors meet required standards.<br>• Assist with supplier and contract administration by tracking performance issues, supporting negotiations, and promoting service accountability.<br>• Provide administrative coordination for procurement activities, helping maintain organized records and efficient departmental workflows.<br>• Participate in process improvement efforts, including the use of new tools, technologies, and system enhancements that strengthen procurement operations.
We are looking for a detail-oriented procurement specialist to support purchasing activities for a fast-paced operation. This long-term contract position is well suited for someone who can manage assigned commodities, coordinate supplier activity, and keep procurement work aligned with program timelines and compliance standards. The person in this role will work across internal teams and external suppliers to drive efficient purchasing decisions, maintain accurate documentation, and help ensure timely delivery of materials and services.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full purchase order cycle for assigned commodities, from sourcing and quotation review through order placement, documentation, and closeout.<br>• Prepare and issue request-for-quote packages, evaluate supplier responses, and conduct price analysis to support sound purchasing decisions and competitive negotiations.<br>• Track open orders closely, maintain current delivery information, and communicate schedule changes or risks to operations and program stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery commitments with suppliers while ensuring procurement actions follow established policies and documentation requirements.<br>• Support proposal and planning activities by gathering supplier quotations, comparing options, and contributing procurement input to program needs.<br>• Build productive working relationships with suppliers, customers, quality, engineering, and operations teams to support smooth execution in a high-volume environment.<br>• Identify alternate sources of supply when needed and coordinate with cross-functional partners to help qualify new vendors.<br>• Participate in supplier reviews, program discussions, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen procurement performance and service levels.<br>• Use Excel and related tools to organize large data sets, manage multiple requisition lines, and maintain accurate procurement records.<br>• Escalate delivery concerns when necessary to help expedite critical materials and reduce schedule impact.
We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and purchasing efforts across a broad range of spend categories in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This role is responsible for strengthening supplier performance, improving cost efficiency, and supporting reliable operations through thoughtful procurement leadership. The position also works closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives while advancing scalable procurement processes and reporting capabilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and execute category plans that balance cost, quality, innovation, supply security, and long-term supplier value across multiple areas of spend.<br>• Direct the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing strategy through negotiation and contract execution, to improve value and operational effectiveness.<br>• Evaluate market conditions and supplier capabilities to uncover opportunities, anticipate risks, and shape forward-looking sourcing plans.<br>• Develop productive supplier relationships that support service consistency, stronger performance, and ongoing improvement initiatives.<br>• Work closely with Legal to structure supplier agreements, refine purchasing terms, and reduce commercial, financial, and brand exposure.<br>• Lead the design and enhancement of source-to-pay processes, ensuring workflows are efficient, compliant, and ready for scalable adoption.<br>• Act as the functional lead for procurement-related system implementation efforts in partnership with IT and Finance, including governance, approvals, and access structure planning.<br>• Collaborate with department leaders to convert business needs into practical procurement solutions and system requirements aligned with established best practices.<br>• Partner with Finance and senior leadership to build reporting frameworks, interpret spend data, and provide actionable recommendations for decision-making.<br>• Establish performance measures and drive continuous improvement efforts that strengthen procurement operations and support organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing operations, supplier partnerships, and inventory coordination for a property management organization in Salinas, California. This role blends strategic sourcing with day-to-day execution, supporting multiple teams with timely access to materials, equipment, and services. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment in contract administration, cost control, and operational planning while maintaining strong standards for service quality and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead procurement, storage, and distribution activities that support property management and facilities needs across the organization.</p><p>• Guide and develop purchasing and inventory staff through coaching, work allocation, scheduling, and performance oversight.</p><p>• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, assess vendor capabilities, and identify dependable sources for goods and services.</p><p>• Manage purchase order activity and daily buying tasks for supplies, equipment, materials, and outsourced services.</p><p>• Direct competitive sourcing efforts by preparing bid documentation, reviewing proposals, and recommending vendors based on value, quality, and compliance.</p><p>• Negotiate pricing, service terms, and contractual agreements when formal bid processes are not required.</p><p>• Track active contracts and vendor performance to confirm adherence to service levels, timelines, pricing, and agreed terms.</p><p>• Partner with operations, maintenance, facilities, and finance teams to resolve purchasing requests, invoice questions, coding issues, and payment concerns.</p><p>• Oversee inventory records, physical counts, and asset control for tools, equipment, and supplies across warehouse and property locations.</p><p>• Prepare reports, analyses, and operational updates for leadership while escalating procurement risks and recommended actions when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Director of Staffing Scott G. Moore (Apply here and also connect on LinkedIn!)</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Buyer to join a manufacturing organization on a long-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for a purchasing specialist who can step in quickly, manage high-volume buying activity, and help bring structure to a busy procurement environment. The position supports critical order placement and follow-through tied to bill of materials, while helping the team improve accuracy and purchasing efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process purchase orders in a high-volume setting and ensure materials are ordered in alignment with production needs and bill of materials requirements.<br>• Review backlog and open demand, then take timely action to place orders and help move delayed purchasing activity forward.<br>• Use spreadsheets and internal purchasing tools to manage order details, track commitments, and maintain accurate buying records.<br>• Reconcile purchase orders against receipts and follow up on discrepancies to confirm materials are received as expected.<br>• Partner with the purchasing and materials team to improve day-to-day workflow and support cleanup of outstanding procurement transactions.<br>• Monitor supplier delivery timing and coordinate updates when order dates or material availability affect schedules.<br>• Maintain clear documentation within procurement systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP platforms to support reporting and operational accuracy.<br>• Work fully onsite during standard weekday business hours and contribute to a hands-on team environment focused on execution and responsiveness.
We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented procurement specialist to support fast-moving material and sourcing needs for engineering and operational activities in North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position plays a key role in securing direct and indirect materials needed for build and test work, with a strong focus on responsiveness, supplier coordination, and timely execution. The role is well suited for someone who can balance competing priorities, make sound sourcing decisions under pressure, and contribute to ongoing process improvements across the team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee purchasing activities for assigned statements of work, ensuring material needs are addressed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders to support build, test, and operational requirements.<br>• Source suppliers through competitive bidding processes and evaluate options based on risk, cost, quality, and delivery performance.<br>• Track vendor performance against delivery expectations and take action to reduce supply disruptions.<br>• Maintain procurement-related data and system activity in Ariba and other required tools to support efficient order processing.<br>• Participate in team and operational discussions to communicate sourcing concerns, timeline risks, and potential opportunities.<br>• Keep dashboards and shared tracking resources current so leadership and stakeholders have accurate visibility into procurement status.<br>• Support leadership with continuous improvement efforts, including process enhancement projects and future planning initiatives.<br>• Complete required training and follow company policies, procedures, and compliance expectations associated with the role.
We are looking for a Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement operations for a non-profit organization in Williamsburg, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position will manage daily purchasing activity, coordinate with internal teams and vendors, and help maintain accurate, policy-compliant transaction records. The role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in purchase order processing, purchasing card oversight, and collaboration with Accounts Payable and merchant service providers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage routine purchasing requests from intake through order completion, ensuring timely and accurate processing.<br>• Prepare, review, and track purchase orders while confirming that supporting documentation meets organizational standards.<br>• Administer purchasing card activity by monitoring transactions, reviewing reconciliations, and identifying exceptions for follow-up.<br>• Assist staff and suppliers with procurement-related questions, order issues, and documentation needs to support smooth purchasing operations.<br>• Collect and organize quotation records to support fair sourcing practices and maintain audit-ready procurement files.<br>• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies and ensure efficient payment processing.<br>• Verify that purchasing activity aligns with internal policies, approval limits, and established financial controls.<br>• Maintain detailed procurement records and reports to support visibility into purchasing activity and card program performance.
We are looking for a Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and sales coordination activities for a growing team in Texas. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage purchasing workflows, maintain accurate inventory visibility, and help ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the purchasing department. The role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and warehouse teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily purchasing operations by coordinating requests, reviewing needs, and ensuring materials and supplies are acquired on time.<br>• Prepare, track, and update purchase orders while maintaining accurate records for procurement activities and related documentation.<br>• Work with vendors and service providers to confirm pricing, availability, delivery schedules, and overall order status.<br>• Monitor warehouse and equipment inventory levels to support replenishment planning and reduce stock shortages or excess inventory.<br>• Maintain weekly inventory reporting and use automated inventory data to improve purchasing decisions and stock accuracy.<br>• Partner with internal teams to align procurement management activities with operational priorities and sales support needs.<br>• Assist the purchasing department with process coordination, issue resolution, and follow-up on outstanding orders or discrepancies.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze inventory trends, organize purchasing data, and create clear reports for business review.