Overview-
We are seeking a temporary Procurement Assistant to provide critical support to our Procurement organization during a period of increased demand and open positions across our manufacturing facilities. This individual will help ensure continuity of procurement operations, support internal stakeholders, and prevent delays in purchasing and supplier-related activities. The current workload is being managed by existing procurement team members and plant resources; however, additional support is needed to maintain service levels and support ongoing business needs. The ideal candidate is organized, customer-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily procurement and purchasing operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.
- Create, process, and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
- Track order status and coordinate with suppliers to expedite deliveries when necessary.
- Maintain supplier information and procurement records within company systems.
- Assist with obtaining supplier quotes and gathering vendor information.
- Support supplier onboarding and documentation requirements.
- Participate in sourcing activities and cost reduction initiatives.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand and fulfill procurement needs.
- Provide general administrative and project support for the Procurement team.
Key qualities include:
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Collaborative team player with a customer-service mindset.
- Eager to learn and take ownership of tasks.
- Familiarity with procurement and supply chain concepts is preferred.