Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Procurement Specialist

An established South Florida company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist / Buyer to join its operations team. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a stable organization offering a strong compensation and benefits package.

WHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS

• Direct permanent employment
• Employer-paid medical insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Profit-sharing program
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Salary: Approximately $70,000 per year, with final compensation determined based on experience and qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Procurement Specialist will support the purchasing and sourcing of a broad range of materials, products, supplies, and services required for company operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Source and evaluate suppliers, products, materials, and services
• Prepare, request, review, and compare vendor quotations
• Analyze pricing, availability, lead times, quality, and delivery terms
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers
• Issue and coordinate purchasing activities according to operational requirements
• Maintain productive and professional relationships with vendors
• Help ensure adequate availability of materials while controlling purchasing costs
• Identify alternative suppliers and sourcing opportunities when appropriate
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding purchasing requirements and delivery schedules
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records
• Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives
• Follow established company procedures, quality standards, safety practices, sanitation requirements, and workplace policies
• Perform other purchasing and operational support duties as required
• The position operates within a regulated manufacturing and distribution environment and requires compliance with applicable quality, workplace safety, and regulatory standards, including relevant ISO, FDA, GMP, OSHA, and EPA requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should possess a combination of education and relevant purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply-chain experience.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent post-secondary education; or
• Three to five years of relevant purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or related experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) designation is preferred
• Supply management or procurement certification is considered an asset

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong purchasing, sourcing, vendor-management, and negotiation skills
• Ability to review and compare quotations, pricing, terms, and supplier proposals
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures, safety guidelines, technical instructions, and company policies
• Ability to prepare routine reports, correspondence, and purchasing documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with vendors, internal departments, and management
• Comfortable performing calculations involving pricing, discounts, percentages, commissions, quantities, measurements, weights, and volumes
• Familiarity with both U.S. Standard and Metric measurements
• Ability to interpret and carry out written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
• Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English

Spanish-language skills are considered an asset but are not required.

SIGOOK® is a Staffing Firm offering equal labor opportunities in compliance with all applicable laws in the USA for personnel recruitment and selection. We sincerely thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Description

SIGOOK® is a Staffing Firm offering equal labor opportunities in compliance with all applicable laws in the USA for personnel recruitment and selection. We sincerely thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.