Duration:
06 MonthsNote* Hybrid work schedule. It is a full-time hybrid position 3 in the office and 2 remote. For the first 90 days it is on site only.
Job Description:
As a Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for managing and executing the organization's procurement and purchasing activities at a strategic level. This position plays a pivotal part in ensuring efficient procurement processes, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the procurement function. You will oversee complex procurement projects, manage a team of procurement professionals, and collaborate with various stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives. You will report directly to our Procurement Manager and you will work out of our [Urbana, OH] location on a Hybrid work schedule.. It is a full-time hybrid position 3 in the office and 2 remote. For the first 90 days it is on site only. In this role, you are essential in optimizing procurement practices, enhancing profitability, and securing a reliable and agile supply chain, making your expertise an indispensable asset to our organization's success.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and supplier diversity. Oversee and manage complex procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, contract management, and delivery, ensuring project goals are met within scope, budget, and timeline. Provide guidance to a team of procurement professionals, including buyers, purchasing agents, and coordinators, ensuring the successful execution of procurement projects. Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive supply chain, addressing concerns and resolving issues. Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations, compliance standards, and internal policies, maintaining accurate and organized records. Establish and enforce quality control standards in procurement processes, conducting regular inspections and performance assessments.. Leverage technology solutions, such as procurement software and analytics, to enhance procurement processes, monitoring, and reporting. You Must Have 1-3 years experience in procurement and project managementProven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects. In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management. We ValueBachelor's or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work independently and make sound decisionsStrong analytical and data-driven mindsetAttention to detail and strong organizational skillsContinuous learning and self-developmentAbout US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AI Statement: By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring. IND01
