Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States Eastridge Full time
Job Overview

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is collaborating with a privately owned firm to seek a Procurement Specialist. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Generate purchase orders for designated products and services, negotiate costs, and guarantee supplier adherence to delivery schedules and quality standards; address any invoice discrepancies.
  • Identify and evaluate both new and existing key suppliers, including exploring dual sourcing options for essential long lead-time components.
  • Establish and nurture supplier relationships to achieve optimal pricing, service, quality, and delivery timelines.
  • Promote cost reduction and avoidance initiatives; engage in cost-saving projects.
  • Maintain ideal inventory levels to minimize expenses while ensuring high service quality; proactively prevent material shortages.
  • Oversee supplier performance; ensure suppliers meet acceptable standards and participate in Supplier Team Audits and site evaluations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, such as customer service, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and accounting, to enhance processes in support of exceptional customer service.
  • Work closely with Supplier Quality to address defective or unsatisfactory goods or services, identifying root causes and implementing corrective measures to mitigate production impact.
  • Perform additional duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • 5-7 years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related business field is preferred.
  • CPM or APICS certification is a plus.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and discuss specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and finishes with suppliers.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities.
  • Team-oriented mindset with the capability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • Robust analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical operations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
  • Physical requirements include regular communication, frequent sitting, and occasional standing or walking; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  • Specific vision abilities required for this role include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

BENEFITS:

  • Health, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants. Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks, and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, or local laws regarding criminal backgrounds.



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