Purchasing Operator

This role ensures timely placement of purchase orders, monitors order status, communicates with suppliers regarding delivery commitments, and helps maintain continuity of material supply to support business objectives. The Procurement Shopper is responsible for supporting procurement activities by sourcing and purchasing materials primarily for Research & Development (R&D) projects.

Duration: 12 Months

Position Summary

The Procurement Shopper is responsible for supporting procurement activities by sourcing and purchasing materials primarily for Research & Development (R&D) projects. This role ensures timely placement of purchase orders, monitors order status, communicates with suppliers regarding delivery commitments, and helps maintain continuity of material supply to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders for R&D materials, equipment, supplies, and services.
• Work closely with R&D personnel to understand material requirements and purchasing priorities.
• Source products and obtain quotations from approved suppliers.
• Follow up with vendors on purchase order acknowledgments, order status, and shipment schedules.
• Confirm and communicate delivery dates to internal stakeholders.
• Create, maintain, and update vendor master data records, including supplier onboarding, documentation collection, and periodic review of vendor information to ensure data accuracy and compliance with company procurement standards.
• Track open purchase orders and proactively resolve delays or supply issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite critical orders when necessary.
• Support invoice reconciliation and resolution of receiving discrepancies when required.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 2-4 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative support.
• Internship or co-op experience in procurement or supply chain is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) is a plus.
• Strong customer-service mindset and ability to work cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineering or R&D organizations.
• Familiarity with supplier management and purchase order tracking.
• Knowledge of inventory, logistics, or supply chain fundamentals.