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Contract Logistics Buyer

WillStaff Worldwide

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Job Snapshot

Location:

Chattanooga, TN 37416 ( map it!

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Base Pay:

$50,000 - $55,000 /Year

Employee Type:

Full-Time

Industry:

Import - Export
Other Great Industries

Manages Others:

Job Type:

Purchasing - Procurement
Automotive
Information Technology

Education:

4 Year Degree

Experience:

At least 3 year(s)

Travel:

Negligible

Relocation Covered:

Post Date:

11/3/2009

Contact Information

Contact:

Sarah Rutledge

Fax:

423-894-1507 instantly fax your resume >>

Description Contract Logistics Buyer, National & International

For 40 years WillStaff Worldwide has been offering opportunities for success to those looking to drive their career in a new direction, enjoy flexibility or acquire new skills. We proudly offer a full line of benefits including affordable medical benefits, annual vacation pay, direct deposit, 401k, flexible schedules, weekly pay, incentives and paid holidays. Our experienced staffing professionals excel in connecting qualified people and successful companies. Contact us on this Contract Logistics Buyer position! Visit us at www.willstaff.net.

The role has to:

Develop negotiation strategies coordinated and aligned with Group tasks

Assist suppliers in developing offerings to create a competitive environment to accommodate the needs of the client.

Establish and maintain relationships with Business Units and suppliers to aid in determining the most appropriate and cost efficient solutions based on business needs.

Desired

German / Spanish language capability

Timely completion of sourcing processes

Timely implementation of new strategies

Strong proven negotiation skills

Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers

Organizational skills

Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers

Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Engaging Employees (Create work environment that motivates Purchasing staff
and leverages their individual strengths)

Adherence to corporate guidelines, procedures and policies

Persuasive and persistent

Ability to work effectively as a member of a team

Self motivated with ability to work independently

Proven Leadership skills

Willingness to

Travel to the US / Latin America / Germany on a regular basis

Work overtime if necessary

Work on the weekend if necessary

Conceptual Thinking- creative and strategic

Analytic Thinking- using logic and reason

Problem solving- creating options and solutions

Communication skills - interpersonal, presentation and written

Computer savvy - skilled in the use of software

Integration - joining people, processes or systems

Influencing and negotiation skills

Problem solving

Resource management

Requirements Requirements

SAP knowledge
Work experience in the Logistic environment
Proficiency in MS-Word, PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Excel
Experience in handling multi million dollar projects from a Procurement prospective
Must be able to pass drug test and background check

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