Purchasing Specialist

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 23 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors. Title: Procurement/ Contract Purchasing Specialist Location: St. Louis MO 63110 Position Summary We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to support our storeroom/ warehouse procurement operations. This contract position is ideal for someone who can manage purchasing activity, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and help maintain efficient sourcing and ordering practices. The role focuses on handling procurement tasks accurately, supporting contract-related activities, and ensuring that buying processes run smoothly across the Water Division. Required Qualifications and Skills Manage day-to-day purchasing activities for goods and services in alignment with business needs and procurement guidelines. Create, review, and process purchase orders while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and timely follow-through. Coordinate with internal departments and suppliers to support sourcing needs, order status updates, and issue resolution. Contribute to contract review activities by gathering information, reviewing terms, and supporting procurement decision-making. Monitor on-time inventory deliveries to improve efficiency, maintain compliance, and reduce delays in the purchasing cycle. Maintain procurement records, documentation, and transaction details to support reporting and audit readiness. Perform and maintain 3-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice), proactively resolving discrepancies. Investigate and resolve invoice, purchase order, and vendor discrepancies professionally and efficiently with other departments and vendors. Prepare ad hoc reports and provide analytical support for management, procurement, and inventory-related initiatives. Perform related duties and special projects as assigned. Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. Join Us At Cogent Infotech, your ideas matter. Join a purpose-driven organization that celebrates diversity, encourages collaboration, and invests in your future. #J-18808-Ljbffr