Purchase Specialist

Please Note: No Third-Party or C2C Firms Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship We are searching for a Purchasing Specialist on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.(W-2)The person in this role will manage and maintain existing POs, including updates, confirmations, and issue resolution. You will support special projects such as identifying and resolving past due purchase orders, data cleanup and validation activities and preparing the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system for the transition to GEP 1-year contract assignment.(W-2) Responsibilities Create purchase orders (POs) accurately and in a timely manner. Manage and maintain existing POs, including updates, confirmations, and issue resolution. Support special projects such as identifiying and resolving past due purchase orders Data cleanup and validation activities Preparing the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system for the transition to GEP Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, planning, finance, suppliers) to ensure smooth purchasing workflows. Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and reporting. Assist with process improvements and standardization efforts across the supply chain function. Required Qualifications Experience in supply chain, procurement, purchasing, or related operations. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables). Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working with ERP, SRM, or procurement systems. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools. Familiarity with GEP or similar procurement platforms. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25.00/hr. to $30.00/hr. Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr