Buyer Analyst in Supply Chain Management

Buyer/Sourcing Analyst
Pay: $30.00-$37.00 hourly
Schedule: On-site, Standard Office Hours
Duration: 12-Month Contract

Our client is seeking a Buyer/Sourcing Analyst to join their Supply Chain Management Department. In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing quality materials, services, and equipment to specification while supporting the Sourcing Team with analytical and research functions across market analysis, supplier evaluation, and specification development.

Purchasing materials, services, and equipment at the lowest cost without compromising quality or specifications

Ensuring timely delivery of materials in alignment with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operational schedules

following up to ensure prompt delivery

Conducting spend category analysis, market analysis, supplier analysis, and benchmarking/cost modeling

Identifying sourcing opportunities through analysis of business and industry data

Supporting Sourcing Specialists on strategic sourcing projects and supplier relationship management

Coordinating document flows to ensure proper handling by Accounts Payable and Receiving

Expediting and tracking orders to assure required delivery

Processing invoices and forwarding to Accounts Payable

Analyzing suppliers along cost, quality, and other performance metrics

Conducting cost/pricing analysis through benchmarking and cost modeling

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, service providers, and internal customers

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Oracle Financial and purchase order management software preferred

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or Supply Chain/Sourcing preferred

2+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement preferred; energy industry or related industries (process, chemicals, etc.) Demonstrated client service experience, with the ability to meet the needs and expectations of internal and external customers

Demonstrated experience in supplier or contractor management

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