Junior Buyer

Aston Carter•Aventura, FL

1d•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports procurement operation by managing end-to-end purchasing activities and ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures. The position focuses on sourcing competitive vendor bids, issuing and tracking purchase orders, and coordinating invoice processing to enable cost-effective and timely procurement. The Buyer collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve procurement issues, maintain accurate records, and support efficient supply chain operations.

Requirements

Experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related administrative role.
Background in purchasing and purchase order management within a supply chain or similar function.
Experience working in a corporate or shared services environment.
Knowledge of procurement best practices and vendor management.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to compare pricing, evaluate bids, and interpret procurement data.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data entry and basic analysis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Outlook.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with procurement systems and tools.
Experience applying procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Ability to contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

Support procurement operations within the New Build area while ensuring full compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Source competitive bids from vendors and conduct detailed price comparisons to support cost-effective purchasing decisions.
Manage the end-to-end process of purchase order issuance, ensuring timely and accurate creation, approval, and processing of POs.
Track and manage invoices associated with purchase orders, verifying accuracy and supporting timely payment.
Monitor and follow up on approval workflows to ensure procurement activities receive timely authorization.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs, clarify requirements, and align procurement activities with business objectives.
Work closely with external vendors to resolve procurement-related issues, including delivery discrepancies, pricing questions, and documentation requirements.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, including purchase orders, invoices, vendor information, and supporting documentation.
Prepare and organize documentation to support internal and external audits and procurement-related reporting.
Use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools to track procurement data, prepare reports, and support analysis of purchasing activities.
Prioritize and manage multiple procurement tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced corporate or shared services environment.