Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago


Peoria, Illinois, United States Swoon Staffing Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Swoon Staffing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing and supply chain management, with the ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage contracts.

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for reviewing and optimizing suppliers, approving purchases, and instructing staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods. They will also confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.

The successful candidate will have a degree in a related field and 2-4 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or engineering. They will also be advanced in Microsoft Excel and have excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Review and optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and other relevant factors.
  • Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
  • Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
  • Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods. Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation, and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives.
  • Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.

Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 2-4 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or engineering.
  • Advanced in Microsoft Excel.

What We Offer

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.


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