Procurement Specialist

Procurement SpecialistA Few Words About Us - Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.Job DescriptionPosition: Purchasing/BuyerDuration: 6 Months Contract to HireLocation: South Plainfield, NJImmediate InterviewPosition Summary• Responsible for the Procurement/Sourcing of materials, goods and services, order accuracy, change orders, invoice approval/discrepancies and the management of Company approved vendors.• Biopharmaceutical Company based in South Plainfield, NJ• Contract to Hire (date of hire not determined and could go 6 months +)• 1-3 years of procurement, buying, sourcing is preferred.• Previous Pharmaceutical or Biopharmaceutical experience a plus but not a requirement• Computer experience: Word/ Excel with Procurement Software or Microsoft AX a plusQualificationsEssential Functions• Confirms and issues Purchase Orders; expedites orders, communicates any purchase order delivery changes and processes returns as requested.• Reviews Purchase Orders and Requisitions to ensure all orders for goods and services comply with corporate policy.• Works closely with all departments to understand requirements and special needs• Interfaces with Receiving Department and Material Management as needed.• Negotiates and maintains vendor pricing.• Interfaces with finance department and vendors to resolve pricing or service discrepancies.• Monitors and evaluates vendor performance and recommends necessary action to improve performance including savings and compliance with rules and regulations.