Entry-level Buyer - Contractor

Possibility of becoming a permanent employee for the right candidate This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Tracy Hann Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $23 - $28 per hour A bit about us: Jobot is working with a manufacturer based in Clearwater seeking a Buyer. This is a contract position with the possibility of turning permanent for the right candidate. Please note, this opportunity could be turned into a permanent job for the right candidate. Why join us? As a temporary employee of Jobot, you are eligible for healthcare benefits and to participate in our 401k. This opportunity is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Job Details Essential Duties & Responsibilities Issue purchase orders to approved suppliers to procure materials at the lowest total cost while meeting quality, reliability, and delivery requirements Analyze supplier quotations, select vendors, enter purchase orders, and coordinate delivery schedules Monitor open purchase orders and proactively expedite deliveries as needed Resolve supplier quality, delivery, and performance issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with internal customers and supplier partners Analyze data and prepare reports; provide recommendations related to inventory levels, safety stock, and forecast consumption ________________________________________ Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred 1–2 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or a related field Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience with Microsoft D365 preferred ________________________________________ Knowledge & Skills ERP systems Purchase orders and inventory management Machines and parts used in metal fabrication Strong analytical, communication, and problem solving skills Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy