Administrative Procurement

SOLVENTUM•Forest City, IA

2d•$50,880 - $69,960•Onsite

About The Position

Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges. We pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. As an Administrative Procurement Specialist, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. This role involves performing procurement and transactional activities, executing order management, supporting cross-functional operations, coordinating supplier and carrier interactions, preparing and analyzing data, and managing company-issued P-cards and onsite catering.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Five (5) years of experience in procurement, logistics, supply chain, or administrative support
Two (2) years of experience creating and managing purchase orders or similar transactional processes
Experience working with ERP, procurement, or logistics systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, TMS/WMS)
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or related field from an accredited institution
Five (5) years of procurement, logistics, or supply chain experience in a private, public, government, or military environment
Experience supporting transportation or distribution center operations
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience coordinating with suppliers, carriers, or internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Performing procurement and transactional activities including creating, processing, and maintaining purchase orders for logistics-related services, supplies, and materials
Executing order management activities by monitoring order status, shipping schedules, and deliveries to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment
Supporting cross-functional operations by coordinating with logistics, warehouse, and customer service teams to resolve order, shipment, and supplier-related issues
Coordinating supplier and carrier interactions, including scheduling, communication, and follow-up to ensure alignment with service expectations and operational requirements
Preparing and analyzing procurement and logistics data, including tracking supplier performance, resolving discrepancies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Manage a company-issued P-card and coordinate onsite catering through local vendors, including scheduling, payment processing, and delivery coordination to ensure timely and seamless support for meetings and events.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.