Purchasing Specialist - Onsite

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Purchasing Specialist for a contract position with a Global Manufacturing Company located in Buffalo Grove, IL. This is a 9+ month contract opportunity. This position is fully onsite.

Compensation: Up to $37.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications

Position Overview:
This role is responsible for managing the organization's purchasing activities, including evaluating and approving vendors, authorizing purchase orders, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review requisitions and confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Select products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items
• Determine method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid
• Prepare purchase orders or bid requests and review proposals
• Negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
• Maintain procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, and product quality
• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services to determine the source of the issue and take corrective action
• Approve invoices for payment and expedite the delivery of goods

Primary Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related area of specialty
• At least 4+ years of experience in purchasing or a related field
• Sourcing experience within a manufacturing field is required
• Knowledge of MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Ability to synthesize complex information, collect data, and design workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Excellent planning and organizing skills to prioritize work activities and meet deadlines

Desired Skills:

• Project management experience coordinating projects to completion on time and on budget
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Business acumen with an understanding of the business implications of decisions
• Displays original thinking, creativity, and resourcefulness

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.