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Synico. The name comes from “synergy”—working together. At Synico, we work together with you to determine your specific employment needs and create customized staffing solutions. By placing highly trained and talented professionals into your hands, we give you the confidence and ability to keep your operation moving forward at the speed of success.

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Job Description 

Synico Staffing is currently looking for a Buyer Assistant for a Nationally Recognized client.  This is a three month contract position in the Twin Cities Suburbs.  The qualified candidate be responsible for order placement and follow up. This position is also a resource to assigned facilities to source suppliers and materials for local requirements. The position will assist  Sourcing Managers in managing the supplier relationships at local levels and implementing new sourcing contracts across the BU. ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY.

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    • 60% Place approved requisitions on purchase orders, issuing those purchase orders to appropriate suppliers, obtaining order confirmation from suppliers, and following up on delinquent orders.
    • 20% Investigate cost savings opportunities in specific product or service areas
    • 10% Assist in sourcing materials for assigned facilities
    • 10% Supplier relationship management
 


Job Requirements 

  • High School diploma, bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or related field is preferred
  • 3 - 5 years professional procurement experience
  • Demonstrated negotiation, organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to analyze costs and make recommendations
  • Experience working with multiple vendors, suppliers and contractors
  • Strong computer skills (spreadsheet, word processing, etc)
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%
  • Knowledge of principles and strategies for procurement and supply chain management is highly desired
  • Experience with Supplier Diversity Programs
  • General understanding of fundamental accounting principles is desired
  • Knowledge of procurement support software such as Maximo, Oneworld, Emptoris will be preferred
 

 

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