Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Our client in the Edison, NJ area is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their growing team! This is a fully onsite position, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of either 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in procurement. While the role offers training, candidates with prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain are strongly preferred. A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will have advanced Microsoft Excel skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you'll support daily procurement operations by processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate purchasing records, coordinating with vendors, and partnering with internal departments to ensure the timely procurement of goods and services. You'll also use data analysis to support purchasing decisions and help drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Process purchase orders and support day-to-day procurement activities. Utilize JD Edwards (ERP) to enter, track, and manage purchasing transactions. Analyze purchasing data using advanced Microsoft Excel to create reports, identify trends, and support business decisions. Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from internal departments and vendors. Maintain accurate procurement documentation, purchasing records, and files. Monitor purchase orders and communicate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Review procurement data for accuracy while managing high volumes of transactions. Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve order discrepancies and support purchasing initiatives. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to improve procurement processes and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Based on experience, this role can pay between $55,000-60,000 base salary.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Two weeks of Paid Time Off Five paid sick days Paid Holidays

Qualifications: Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related administrative role. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. High level of accuracy and commitment to quality. If you're a highly organized procurement detail oriented who enjoys working with data, collaborating across departments, and contributing to operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you!