Job Title: Purchasing Specialist I

Duration: 6 months

Possibility of transition to full-time employment (FTE) but not guaranteed.

Typical work schedule is either 7:00–4:00 or 8:00–5:00.

Hybrid role-Charlotte Based

In office 2 days/week

Role Description:

• Responsible for non-engineering procurements, sourcing, updating prices and part numbers in ERP (System: Steeb), setting up new vendors, managing day-to-day vendor and PO tasks, assistance of vendor account management, and escalation support.
• Experience in: Procures materials, equipment, supplies, and services of a specialized or complex nature in accordance with established purchasing policies and procedures.
• Develops and implements cost-effective purchasing strategies within the organization.
• Reviews and evaluates purchase requisitions, recommends process improvements, and oversees change orders. Identifies and develops new sources of supply; prepares and issues bid requests, specifications, formal invitations, and requests for proposals. Analyzes bids, quotes, and proposals; selects and awards vendors for procurement needs; and manages contract administration.

Requirements:

• Requires 1–3 years of relevant experience.