We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and order coordination activities for a growing team in Kent, Ohio. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can manage supplier communication, maintain accurate purchasing records, and keep internal stakeholders informed on order status and delivery timelines. The role requires strong organizational judgment, comfort working across multiple systems, and the ability to balance routine purchasing needs with project-based requests.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Participate in online project launch meetings to gather purchasing needs, timelines, and vendor requirements.<br>• Source pricing and service options from several suppliers to help secure cost-effective purchasing decisions.<br>• Prepare and distribute purchase orders for vendors, subcontractors, and other external partners with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Coordinate the procurement of office materials and other operational items needed to support day-to-day business functions.<br>• Monitor open orders, update shipment and delivery details, and communicate estimated arrival dates to internal teams.<br>• Maintain purchasing documentation and support transaction processing and status tracking within company systems.<br>• Enter and manage procurement data in ERP or accounting platforms while helping ensure records remain complete and current.