Purchasing Specialist

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  • Primary Services
Job Summary
Location
,LA
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
03 Feb 2025
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Job Description

Join a stable company with a great team environment and enjoy a fantastic career opportunity with room for growth.


Primary Services is excited to announce the role of Purchasing Specialist for a respected company in the industry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment while contributing to the efficient procurement process across multiple locations. The Procurement Assistant will be a vital part of the team, assisting with vendor relations, processing orders, and supporting turnaround efforts.

Responsibilities:

  • Support cross-functional groups and locations with procurement needs.
  • Contact vendors, suppliers, and contractors to obtain requested information, such as quotes, vendor data, and rates.
  • Provide backup support for the Vendor Master process.
  • Schedule meetings including bid and scoping meetings.
  • Process routine Material, Service, Capital, and Turnaround Purchase Orders.
  • Maintain ISNetworld account for approved manufacturing suppliers.
  • Provide procurement support for Turnaround efforts across all locations.
  • Communicate vendor performance and concerns to the procurement services team.
  • Assist the Turnaround Cost Tracking Team with invoices and accruals.
  • Understand, follow, and enforce the Procurement Policy.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  • 2 to 5 years of procurement experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with a strong ability to develop and troubleshoot MS Excel formulas, links, and pivot tables.
  • Functional knowledge of SAP.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication abilities, both oral and written.
  • Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Proactive self-starter with minimal oversight required.
  • SAP, Contracts and Procurement experience is a plus.
  • Flexible working schedule.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including senior management.


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