Procurement/Supply Chain – Buyer II
$66,560–$66,560 year
On-siteCedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders while managing the complete purchase order lifecycle from creation through closeout. Maintain and update purchase orders within the ERP system, track vendor spending, and support inventory and replenishment programs. Manage catalog and punch-out purchasing systems, identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency, and assist with e-Procurement system enhancements. Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and best practices while supporting supplier relationships and sourcing initiatives. This contract role requires a minimum of four years of purchasing experience, strong ERP proficiency, and the ability to leverage new technologies for process improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 4 years of purchasing or supply chain experience
- Strong understanding of procurement and purchasing processes
- Experience working within an ERP system
- Experience with e-Procurement platforms and purchasing tools
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable learning and leveraging new technologies to improve efficiency
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or a related field
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
- ERP 9.2
- Experience with automation, e-commerce procurement, inventory management, and continuous process improvement
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