Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Place Purchase Orders through enterprise procurement system
Ensure policy and procedures are consistently met through purchasing system
Analyze prices to ensure company pricing is met or report on any changes to master data files that may be needed
Ensure requested timing on materials is met by suppliers. Advise on delivery delays to requestors as soon as delay is noted.
Ensure all purchased materials are on time, and at acceptable quality levels. Generate action plans when criteria are not met.
Contact suppliers for the purpose of verifying information and/or responding to inquiries
Maintains documents, files and records (e.g. bids, purchase orders, supplier files, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date data and audit

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

Interpersonal skills to develop and manage relationships with internal customers and suppliers
Experience with Purchase Orders creation and management through electronic purchasing system
Understanding of business and supply chain terminology
Systems knowledge including Microsoft Outlook, Work, PowerPoint and Excel. Preference for strong Microsoft Excel experience.
Ability to think strategically with excellent quantitative skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proven record of results based performance
Detailed oriented and able to multi-task. Time management skills with the ability to prioritize as necessary
Ability to work as part of a team, yet also work independently

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree or higher (preferred).
Progressive experience in purchasing, with exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
Experience with data analysis using an enterprise procurement system.
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (ideal).
Demonstrated track record of motivation and success.
Experience in a laboratory setting or within the Bio/Life Sciences industry is preferred.
Background in Operations or Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Procurement Specialist