Procurement Specialist R&D Support

On-Board Services is hiring a Procurement Specialist R&D Support in Wilmington, DE For immediate consideration please send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com. Subject Line: Position Title and State you are located. About Us On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k. Position Details Title: Procurement Specialist R&D Support Position Type: 6 Month contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need Job Location: Wilmington, DE Shift: 1st Shift Benefits: 401K, Dental insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance Compensation: $32-$36.55 Job Description The Procurement Expeditor role is a high-visibility, high-impact, globally integrated position supporting procurement agreements and transactional work for Research & Development sites across North America. This position involves a wide range of complex tasks that must be managed efficiently to ensure client, supplier, and buyer needs are consistently met. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and motivated problem solver who will serve as the primary interface for inquiries, purchase orders, invoices, purchasing documents, and all other procurement-related service needs. Responsibilities Serve as the key contact for day-to-day needs of the Research & Development team and suppliers, applying discretionary judgment to resolve issues in the absence of the R&D buyer. Respond promptly to critical delivery, supply, and invoicing issues and resolve them independently without leadership direction. Prepare, negotiate, manage, and coordinate agreements supporting the procurement of materials and services. Act as the buyer of record with execution authority. Negotiate terms including (but not limited to) terms and conditions, lump sums, labor rates, mark-ups, and payment terms. Create white paper agreements. Serve as a resource to new buyers regarding S&L policies and procedures and manage all end-to-end processes once negotiations conclude. Analyze orders to ensure correct terms and conditions are applied; coordinate with Legal as needed during supplier negotiations. Monitor agreement expiration dates and collaborate with buyers to determine whether agreements should be extended, canceled, or recreated. Partner with supply chain and/or contract administrators to ensure proper implementation of agreements at the site level. Independently assess workload, set priorities, and adjust as needed to ensure uninterrupted supply and exceptional client, supplier, and buyer satisfaction. Initiate, develop, and implement process improvements; create SOPs and training materials as needed. Participate in global standardization teams and contribute to KPI improvement initiatives, including ISO 9001 audits. Skill Requirements Strong customer service orientation with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical abilities with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong time-management skills to prioritize tasks and meet goals. Highly organized and able to perform well under pressure; adaptable to changing priorities. Team-oriented, positive attitude, professional demeanor, and proactive support of colleagues. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and procurement systems such as SAP. Key Core Competencies Teamwork & Collaboration Communicating with Impact Building Sustainable Customer Relationships Innovation Embracing Change Analysis & Judgment Engagement Managing for Productivity Business Acumen Qualifications Degree in Supply Chain or a related field is preferred but not required. Apply Today www.onboardusa.com On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America. The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Boards Mission is to provide Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner. On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. JD# 25-05707 INDOJ #J-18808-Ljbffr