Pay Rate: $27 to $31 per hour
Work Details
- Onsite 100 percent
- Shift: Day shift, 8 hours per day
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm CST
Key Responsibilities:
- Negotiate pricing and purchase terms under supervision and manage non strategic suppliers totaling up to five million dollars.
- Request and evaluate quotes for materials, procure materials, components, equipment, and services at the lowest cost while maintaining quality, reliability, and urgency standards.
- Expedite and track orders to ensure timely receipt of materials.
- Work with engineering and supply chain teams to recommend new suppliers.
- Issue requests for quotation, analyze proposals, negotiate pricing and delivery, and issue or adjust purchase orders as needed.
- Follow up on orders, verify delivery, approve payments, and maintain accurate records.
- Lead purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering to maintain planned inventory levels.
- Lead problem resolution for accounting and receiving issues related to materials.
Functional Knowledge:
- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise within the discipline, with basic understanding of related areas.
- Knowledge of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
- Understanding of inventory management and logistics.
- Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Ability to handle pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Business Expertise:
- Knowledge of best practices and understanding of how purchasing integrates with other business areas.
- Awareness of competitive landscape and market differentiators.
- Significant experience in purchasing or procurement, typically 3 to 5 years.
- Industry specific experience may be required based on organizational needs.
Leadership:
- Serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues.
- May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Problem Solving:
- Solve complex problems by applying new perspectives and analyzing information from multiple sources.
Impact:
- Influence customer, operational, project, or service activities within the team and related teams.
- Operate within broad guidelines and company policies.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Communicate complex or sensitive information clearly and work toward building consensus.
- Demonstrate strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Apply analytical skills to evaluate vendors, product quality, and cost effectiveness.
- Proficient in procurement systems including SAP, SCV, and ARIBA.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to support multiple simultaneous projects.
- Demonstrate motivation, initiative, collaboration, connection building, and coaching capabilities.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Preferred fields include business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or related disciplines.
Technical Skills Required:
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Procurement processes
- Supply chain technologies
Computer Skills Required:
- Proficiency with procurement software including SAP, SCV, and ARIBA
Soft Skills Required:
- Effective communication
- Negotiation
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Certification and training opportunities
Estimated Min Rate: $27.00
Estimated Max Rate: $31.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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