Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: 3 Months

Pay: $44.39/hr

Responsibilities:

• Manage an annual spend portfolio of $10M–$15M across assigned commodities and suppliers.
• Support procurement activities for 3,000 active part numbers and 50 suppliers.
• Lead 5–10 strategic sourcing events annually, including RFQs, RFPs, and supplier negotiations.
• Deliver 2–5% annual cost savings through sourcing, negotiations, and supplier development initiatives.
• Maintain supplier on-time delivery performance exceeding 95%.
• Process and execute 750–1,000 purchase orders per month while ensuring compliance with company purchasing policies.
• Review and analyze purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and implement sourcing and cost-reduction strategies.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and bid packages.
• Analyze supplier bids, quotations, and proposals.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and contractual agreements with suppliers.
• Select and award business to qualified suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and performance criteria.
• Monitor and manage change orders throughout the procurement process.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve supply-related issues as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience; manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of sourcing strategies, contract administration, and supplier management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.