<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a team in Secaucus, New Jersey in a contract to potential permanent capacity. This position focuses on shaping market-level sourcing plans, strengthening supplier partnerships, and supporting procurement operations that align with business goals. The role works closely with construction, facilities, legal, and cross-functional stakeholders to improve purchasing practices, maintain documentation, and drive consistent vendor performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and roll out procurement plans for the assigned market in partnership with construction and facilities teams at both market and broader organizational levels.</p><p>• Oversee vendor agreements by tracking performance, leading recurring business reviews, and strengthening relationships with key suppliers.</p><p>• Establish sourcing and supplier management objectives that support cost efficiency, operational reliability, and future growth.</p><p>• Contribute to procurement audits and evaluations by keeping material and execution assessments current and well organized.</p><p>• Identify and maintain a strong network of experienced suppliers to support expansion plans, service needs, and investment optimization.</p><p>• Coordinate and carry out purchasing activities with local market teams, ensuring processes move forward effectively and in line with requirements.</p><p>• Maintain procurement documents, agreement forms, and working templates, using Excel and related tools to support consistency and accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare, revise, and standardize procurement documentation in collaboration with legal partners and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as a procurement resource across the organization by advising teams on sourcing practices, supplier engagement, and negotiation approaches.</p><p>• Represent the market in procurement discussions, share updated guidelines, and help train teams on purchasing and supplier management practices.</p>
<p>Our client in the Edison, NJ area is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their growing team! This is a fully onsite position, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of either 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in procurement. While the role offers training, candidates with prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain are strongly preferred. A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will have advanced Microsoft Excel skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you'll support daily procurement operations by processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate purchasing records, coordinating with vendors, and partnering with internal departments to ensure the timely procurement of goods and services. You'll also use data analysis to support purchasing decisions and help drive operational efficiency. </p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p>Process purchase orders and support day-to-day procurement activities. Utilize JD Edwards (ERP) to enter, track, and manage purchasing transactions. Analyze purchasing data using advanced Microsoft Excel to create reports, identify trends, and support business decisions. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from internal departments and vendors. Maintain accurate procurement documentation, purchasing records, and files. Monitor purchase orders and communicate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Review procurement data for accuracy while managing high volumes of transactions. Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve order discrepancies and support purchasing initiatives. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to improve procurement processes and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, procedures, and internal controls. </p><p>Based on experience, this role can pay between $55,000-60,000 base salary. </p><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Two weeks of Paid Time Off Five paid sick days Paid Holidays</p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented individual to join a manufacturing organization in Parsippany, New Jersey, in a hybrid role that supports high-volume accounts payable operations. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is well suited for someone who enjoys working independently while partnering closely with a small finance team to keep invoice processing accurate, timely, and organized. The position offers a flexible 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule, with four days working remotely and one day in the office.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently within established timelines while maintaining strong attention to detail.</p><p>• Review and assign correct coding for incoming invoices to support proper financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents to verify accuracy before payment.</p><p>• Collaborate with the accounts payable manager and other team members to help maintain smooth daily workflow across AP activities.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries in a timely manner.</p><p>• Use accounting platforms such as Great Plains or comparable ERP systems, including Oracle or similar tools, to manage transactions and records.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain organized documentation to support audits, reconciliations, and internal controls.</p><p>• Contribute to ongoing departmental needs and provide dependable support in a fast-paced finance environment.</p>
<p>Our client, a growing product-based organization in the nutritional ingredients space, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator/Import Specialist to join its operations team. This role is ideal for someone with 3-5 years of logistics experience and hands-on exposure to international imports who is looking to take ownership of the order-to-delivery process and work closely with customers, suppliers, warehouses, carriers, and customs brokers.</p><p><br></p><p>This position will support the movement of high-value import shipments, manage customer and supplier relationships, coordinate customs clearance activities, and ensure products are delivered efficiently and accurately. The company offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with significant growth potential.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage international import shipments from purchase order through final delivery</li><li>Build and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships</li><li>Process purchase orders and monitor inventory levels</li><li>Coordinate customs clearance and import documentation with brokers and carriers</li><li>Track shipments and proactively communicate delays or issues</li><li>Negotiate freight rates and coordinate drayage, FTL, and LTL transportation</li><li>Prepare shipping documentation including BOLs, COAs, packing lists, and releases</li><li>Process customer invoicing, vendor invoices, credits, and returns</li><li>Manage special customer requests and documentation requirements</li><li>Participate in customer meetings, trade shows, and special projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator with experience in purchasing, materials planning, inventory, or a related supply chain function. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience coordinating materials, purchase orders, suppliers, and inventory requirements in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with related supply chain, purchasing, materials, or light industrial experience will be considered.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and manage purchase orders based on material requirements and inventory needs.</li><li>Coordinate the timely availability of materials, components, and supplies.</li><li>Assist with materials planning and MRP activities.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages or excess inventory.</li><li>Track purchase orders and communicate with suppliers regarding deliveries, lead times, and backorders.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory information in the ERP/MRP system.</li><li>Work closely with production, operations, warehouse, and planning teams to ensure materials are available when needed.</li><li>Assist with obtaining quotes, comparing pricing, and coordinating with suppliers.</li><li>Help resolve supplier delivery, quantity, and quality issues.</li><li>Analyze inventory and purchasing data to support supply chain decisions.</li><li>Perform other purchasing and supply chain duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Fleet and Procurement Supervisor to lead purchasing activities while keeping fleet support operations organized and responsive in North Bergen, New Jersey. This position blends hands-on coordination with team leadership, ensuring vehicles, equipment, vendors, and procurement processes run efficiently each day. The ideal candidate will bring strong oversight skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities across procurement, maintenance support, and administrative workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activity by managing purchase orders, routing approvals, and ensuring transactions are processed accurately within company systems and established procedures.<br>• Coordinate fleet support functions by arranging vehicle availability, scheduling maintenance and repairs, and working closely with internal maintenance teams and outside service providers.<br>• Administer fleet technology programs by supporting equipment installation, maintaining reporting, and helping resolve telematics-related issues and escalations.<br>• Track procurement spending against budgets, maintain organized records, and analyze performance indicators such as supplier reliability, savings opportunities, and order cycle efficiency.<br>• Enforce purchasing controls by verifying documentation, confirming approvals, and maintaining compliance with internal policies and quality expectations.<br>• Supervise procurement and administrative team members by assigning daily work, setting priorities, monitoring performance, and providing coaching and onboarding support.<br>• Manage operational vendor coordination for pallet movement, trailer service, warehouse equipment repairs, battery and charger support, and daily vehicle repair needs.<br>• Schedule preventive maintenance and service appointments for leased or rental trucks, while also coordinating fueling activities to keep fleet assets ready for daily use.<br>• Review and process vendor invoices, support contract oversight for leased equipment and trailers, and coordinate registrations, insurance renewals, and equipment deliveries or returns.
<p><strong>Purchasing Manager</strong></p><p> </p><p>A client of ours is looking for a Purchasing Manager for a contract role to oversee strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and supplier relationships. This position will be responsible for ensuring a reliable supply of materials and packaging, negotiating favorable supplier agreements, driving cost-saving initiatives, and supporting business growth through effective procurement strategies. The Purchasing Manager will work closely with Operations, Finance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to maintain supply continuity, improve efficiencies, support new product launches, and identify opportunities for process and cost optimization. This role also provides leadership to procurement personnel while promoting strong vendor partnerships and continuous improvement across the purchasing function.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Purchasing Manager</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and enhance purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and control costs.</li><li>Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers through operational, financial, and quality assessments.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while conducting regular vendor reviews and site visits.</li><li>Lead negotiations for pricing, contracts, confidentiality agreements, and long-term supplier commitments.</li><li>Create sourcing strategies that support production demands, growth initiatives, and new product introductions.</li><li>Manage supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Support inventory planning and forecasting activities to ensure product availability while minimizing excess inventory.</li><li>Partner with Supply Chain and Operations teams to resolve shortages, disruptions, and procurement challenges.</li><li>Monitor market conditions, commodity trends, and supplier pricing to identify savings opportunities.</li><li>Establish budgetary cost projections and provide procurement insights to leadership.</li><li>Maintain accurate supplier, material, and pricing information within ERP systems.</li><li>Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure suppliers meet company and industry requirements.</li><li>Support packaging and material innovation initiatives that improve product quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.</li><li>Prepare procurement reports, cost analyses, and performance metrics for leadership review.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop purchasing team members while fostering a collaborative work environment.</li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist III to support hiring efforts for corporate and retail roles within a banking environment in Madison, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position for a detail-oriented recruiter who can identify strong talent, guide candidates through the hiring process, and build lasting relationships across multiple sourcing channels. The ideal candidate brings a proactive approach to talent outreach, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage recruiting activity with accuracy and urgency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Drive full-cycle recruitment activities for corporate and retail openings by aligning sourcing efforts with current hiring priorities.</p><p>• Use a range of recruiting approaches, including online postings, candidate databases, networking, referrals, social platforms, campus outreach, and hiring events to identify suitable talent.</p><p>• Evaluate resumes and applicant backgrounds to determine fit against role requirements and move forward the most suitable candidates.</p><p>• Cultivate partnerships with community groups, agencies, and external organizations to expand access to diverse candidate pipelines.</p><p>• Maintain ongoing engagement with prospective candidates to support both immediate hiring needs and future workforce planning.</p><p>• Track recruiting progress, documentation, and reporting details accurately within the designated applicant tracking or recruitment system.</p><p>• Prepare and extend employment offers while communicating key details clearly and professionally to selected candidates.</p><p>• Coordinate pre-employment steps and confirm successful completion of required background screening before onboarding.</p>
We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to support inbound transportation activities for a manufacturing organization in Parsippany, New Jersey. This contract position with permanent potential focuses on coordinating drayage moves, improving carrier performance, and maintaining reliable shipment visibility across the inbound network. The ideal candidate brings a strong logistics background, sound judgment in fast-moving situations, and the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders and transportation partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the assignment of inbound container drayage moves to approved carriers while following established transportation guidelines.<br>• Keep operating procedures accurate and up to date, and share process changes with logistics partners, customs contacts, internal inbound teams, and transportation providers.<br>• Gather carrier status updates and combine shipment tracking details into daily inbound reporting for internal visibility.<br>• Source and evaluate market pricing for new drayage lanes to support cost-effective transportation planning throughout the year.<br>• Reassign loads to alternate carriers when service issues arise or when primary providers decline shipment coverage.<br>• Review carrier performance each day, address service disruptions quickly, and take action to reduce delays and extra accessorial costs.<br>• Support operations, sales, finance, and compliance teams by securing shipment documentation, transportation details, and spot quotes as needed.<br>• Strengthen the carrier network by meeting with prospective service providers, assisting with selection decisions, and helping onboard new partners.<br>• Lead recurring carrier business reviews, oversee annual bid and volume allocation activities, and help negotiate transportation agreements.<br>• Prepare and distribute weekly port activity updates and contribute to process improvement projects that enhance inbound logistics execution.
<p>benefits:</p><ul><li>hybrid</li><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>life insurance</li><li>long term disability</li><li>401k</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end‑to‑end supply chain activities, including sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics.</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with OEM suppliers and Contract Manufacturers.</li><li>Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time performance.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and negotiate pricing, terms, and service improvements.</li><li>Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance) to ensure alignment on production and supply needs.</li><li>Analyze supply chain data to support forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Travel will be required.</li></ul>