Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing SpecialistPay Rate: $25-$30/hr.Location: Moncks Corner, SC ZIP Code: 29461 Start Date: Right Away Shift: 1st shiftBenefits: Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision, 401k, On the job training / cross-training, Life Insurance, disability insurance, Voluntary life insurance for family members available, Accident and critical illness insurance optional, Scheduled performance reviews, Referral programJob SummaryThe Contract Temporary Purchasing and Planning Support Specialist will provide short-term support for purchasing and materials planning activities across two key value streams (GE Aero and Pratt & Whitney). This role will assist with purchase order placement, supplier alignment, material needs, and planning data accuracy to help support production continuity and internal customer requirements as the product lines move to a different Parker Site. Working in conjunction with Planning and Purchasing, this contract position will help ensure supply activities, delivery dates, and material requirements are aligned with production and planning needs.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.1+ year in manufacturing business role, supply chain role preferred.Prior experience in purchasing, supply chain, materials planning, production planning, or manufacturing support preferred.Ability to support multiple priorities across two value streams.Strong attention to detail, especially with purchase orders, dates, schedules, and material requirements.Effective communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.