purchasing manager

job summary: Growing and very reputable company located in the Little Rock, Arkansas area is looking for a Purchasing Manager. Candidates who possess experience with cycle counting, procuring MRO, chemicals, PPE, lab supplies and who have supervisory experience are encouraged to apply. This role comes with a very competitive salary and annual bonus along with a 6% 401k match. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.   location: Little Rock, Arkansas job type: Permanent salary: $80,000 - 85,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: No Degree Required   responsibilities: -Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes and maintaining safe practices at all times. -Oversees the purchasing and inventory functions at designated plant sites to ensure continuity of supplies. -Manages warehouse personnel, schedules work hours, advises on personnel issues and completes performance reviews and disciplinary action as needed. -Mentors warehouse team to foster a continuous improvement mindset and promote our core value of the The Freedom to Do More. -Creates, codes and receives purchase orders in PeopleSoft and KeepStock inventory systems. -Orders materials and schedules deliveries for operational needs and inventory replenishment. -Monitors market trends, pricing, supplier reliability and delivery schedules to anticipate material needs and align with corporate procurement strategies. -Develops and maintains vendor relationships to ensure consistent and cost effective supplies. Education: -Bachelor's degree (preferred). Experience: -5+ years of purchasing and warehousing experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting. -5+ years of management experience. Competencies: -Familiarity with chemicals, lab supplies, maintenance parts and related goods. -Working knowledge of inventory management systems (preferred but not required in Oracle PeopleSoft and KeepStock) -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems -Advanced consulting, influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to ensure strategic alignment with multiple parties -Demonstrated leadership and project management skills with the ability to lead in a dynamic environment   qualifications: Experience level: ManagerMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: No Degree Required  skills: Purchasing / Procurement 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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Are you a detail-oriented procurement professional looking to drive efficiency in a high-precision manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking a Buyer/Inventory Planner to manage the full lifecycle of raw material replenishment and vendor relationships. In this role, you will be the bridge between our suppliers and the production floor, ensuring that every part—from one-off prototypes to high-volume raw materials—is available exactly when needed while maintaining strict AS9100 compliance.salary: $19 - $21 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities • Monitor future orders and forecasts, use the data to adjust the replenishment system levels as necessary • Place purchase orders and process purchase requisitions • Return non confirming parts to vendors and schedule replacement parts • Attend and participate in Material Review Boards (MRB) and monitor vendors performance, report finding to vendors • Provide production floor and planner assistance as needed • Maintain Computer ERP system with accurate part and supplier information as required • Maintain AS9100 compliant procedures. Ensure activities are compliant with these and other company procedures • Obtain quotations from vendors. Document competitive bidding in a logical filing system • Obtain quotes and materials for development programs and one-off prototype builds • Communicate regularly within the value stream and overall business. • Perform other duties as requiredSkillsInventory AuditingInventoryrestaurant experience retail experience Data Entryservice industryPurchasing/ProcurementVendor ManagementQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad 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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Procurement Analyst with Power BI to join our manufacturing team in Shippensburg, PA on a contract basis. In this role, you will be the engine behind our supply chain efficiency—analyzing spend data, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring our production lines never skip a beat due to material shortages. If you thrive in fast-paced industrial environments and love turning complex data into actionable cost-savings, we want to hear from you. Pay rate range is $30-$50 an hour DOE. Contract slated through end of September 2026. Apply direct or contact dena.clare@randstadusa.com with any questions.   salary: $30 - $50 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities Developing, identifying, analyzing and improving existing Purchasing solutions, dashboards, processes and provide services to govern and drive efficiency, harmonization, and best practices in support of the Purchasing strategic priorities. Collecting and analyzing technical, financial, and legal information as input to contract and bid documents. Liaising with applicable technical, finance or legal teams on matters requiring review. Documenting performance and service level agreements and monitoring vendor/supplier performance against those agreements. PowerBI and additional systems experience preferred. Requires 2 to 5 years relevant experience. Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. Contract through end of September 2026 SkillspowerbiPurchasing/ProcurementAnalysisQualificationsYears of experience: 5 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad 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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.