What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Robert Half?
We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Procurement Specialist in SALINE, Michigan. This role is crucial within our service industry team, where you will support the purchasing department in a variety of ways. The position requires excellent communication and analytical skills as well as the ability to handle a large volume of requests. Ideally this person will have previous purchasing or procurement experience and a desire to advance their career. This role is 100% onsite in Saline MI and pays up to $23/hr.
Primary responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Handling large volume of requests for items to be sourced/quoted.
- Communicating with the customer as an integrated supplier to ensure that their expectations are met.
- Effectively communicating with vendors and suppliers to coordinate quoting process including:
- Sourcing items to best supplier(s)
- Negotiating best price/lead time
- Negotiation of new vendor terms
- Expediting priority requests as determined by the customer and on-site personnel
- Analysis or data to pursue price/margin improvements
- Project management of large customer bid opportunities
Prospective applicants must possess the following to be considered:
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Effective organization
• A strong sense of prioritization
• Multitasking abilities
• Positive and success driven attitude
• Willingness to ask questions and learn
• Ability to take direction and follow established processes
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks appropriately
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Purchasing experience through the SX.e or other ERP system• Proficiency in ERP Solutions and About Time software
• Solid understanding of Budget Processes and Buying Processes
• Strong Customer Service skills
• Ability to handle Invoice processes effectively
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field
• Proven experience in procurement or similar role
• Superior negotiation skills
• Solid analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Primary responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Handling large volume of requests for items to be sourced/quoted.
- Communicating with the customer as an integrated supplier to ensure that their expectations are met.
- Effectively communicating with vendors and suppliers to coordinate quoting process including:
- Sourcing items to best supplier(s)
- Negotiating best price/lead time
- Negotiation of new vendor terms
- Expediting priority requests as determined by the customer and on-site personnel
- Analysis or data to pursue price/margin improvements
- Project management of large customer bid opportunities
Prospective applicants must possess the following to be considered:
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Effective organization
• A strong sense of prioritization
• Multitasking abilities
• Positive and success driven attitude
• Willingness to ask questions and learn
• Ability to take direction and follow established processes
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks appropriately
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Purchasing experience through the SX.e or other ERP system• Proficiency in ERP Solutions and About Time software
• Solid understanding of Budget Processes and Buying Processes
• Strong Customer Service skills
• Ability to handle Invoice processes effectively
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field
• Proven experience in procurement or similar role
• Superior negotiation skills
• Solid analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Salary : $19 - $23
