purchasing specialist.

Randstad is on the lookout for a dedicated Purchasing Specialist! If you're eager to enhance procurement processes and forge solid vendor relationships, we invite you to apply. We're in search of top-tier purchasing professionals to support our clients in diverse industries throughout Broward County. This is your chance to join our client's team and leverage your purchasing expertise to make a real impact.

salary: $55,000 - $65,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage purchase orders to procure necessary parts from approved vendors
• Maintain an updated database of approved vendors, ensuring only authorized vendors are utilized
• Track and monitor the status of open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery
• Communicate with vendors for updates on order statuses, delays, and expected delivery times
• Address and resolve issues or discrepancies with orders, such as shipping errors or delays
• Evaluate vendors based on criteria like price, quality, reliability, and service
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with new and existing vendors to optimize cost savings and quality
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
• Proficient in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Skilled in interpreting technical specifications and contracts
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities for evaluating vendor performance and resolving issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Negotiation skills to secure favorable vendor terms
• Able to build and maintain positive supplier relationships
• Exceptional organizational skills for managing multiple orders and projects

Skills

Purchasing/Procurement (3 years of experience is preferred)

Vendor Relations

Supply Chain

NEGOTIATIONS

Excel Pivot Tables (3 years of experience is preferred)

Qualifications

Years of experience: 3 years

Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents 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, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

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, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.