TalentBurst | Procurement/Supply Chain - Buyer - Assistant (Entry Level) FL | pensacola, fl

Talentburst • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

The Procurement/Supply Chain - Buyer - Assistant position is an entry-level role within the Procurement team at TalentBurst. This role is essential for ensuring supplier on-time delivery, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining inventory levels. The Buyer Assistant will focus on improving existing processes and supporting the procurement of indirect materials and packaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Buyer preferred.
• Experience in purchasing MRO, General Labware, Packaging/Labeling, and other Indirect categories preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently in ERP systems (SAP) and MS Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments to resolve problems and escalate issues.
• Strong data analysis skills and a passion for process improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP software preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in MRP and Bills of Material.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Requisition-to-Purchase Order and Planned Purchase Order Processes with a focus on customer service.
• Monitor and manage supplier on-time delivery and problem-solve effectively.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to improve Working Capital Turn rate and customer service levels.
• Develop, negotiate, and coordinate Purchase Agreements and Long-Term Supplier Contracts.
• Maintain Purchase Order status and communicate tracking information to internal stakeholders.
• Work with department representatives and vendors to resolve product discrepancies.
• Ensure supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, and monitoring processes are maintained per SOP.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality standards and target pricing are achieved.
• Improve time management, problem solving, critical thinking, and follow-up skills.
• Utilize Microsoft Office products to develop spreadsheets and create reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree