Buyer

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Buyer.**Type:** Contract**Job Title:** Buyer II**Location:** Painted Post, NY**Pay Rate:** Based on experience**Work Hours:** M-F 8am-5pm**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)**Job Overview**The Buyer II supports strategic sourcing and procurement operations by managing purchase orders, coordinating supplier activity, resolving invoice and delivery issues, and supporting cost tracking and procurement compliance. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Shared Services to ensure efficient and accurate execution of procurement activities within a capital procurement environment.**Procurement & Purchase Order Management**+ Create, manage, and maintain purchase requisitions and purchase orders+ Track pricing, lead times, delivery requirements, and basic contract terms+ Resolve PO, invoice, and payment discrepancies in coordination with Shared Services+ Monitor supplier performance and address order fulfillment issues**Supplier Coordination**+ Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, confirmations, and delivery schedules+ Support supplier onboarding, documentation, and compliance requirements+ Assist in resolving delivery delays and invoice discrepancies**Project & Procurement Support**+ Track procurement deliverables, milestones, and supporting documentation+ Assist sourcing teams with quote collection and cost comparisons+ Maintain accurate procurement records, logs, and spend tracking**Compliance & Continuous Improvement**+ Ensure purchasing activities follow internal policies and approval limits+ Support process improvements in procurement workflows and data accuracy**Experience & Skills**+ Experience supporting procurement or supply chain operations+ Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills**Key Competencies**+ Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment+ Analytical mindset with basic cost and data analysis capability+ Strong follow-through, accountability, and execution discipline+ Willingness to learn procurement and sourcing fundamentals+ Team-oriented with ability to work independently**Additional Compliance Information**+ No third-party resumes will be accepted+ Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted+ CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws+ All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors)+ CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer+ CTG is an E-Verify Company**To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to** **Rebecca.Olan@ctg.com** **.****About CTG**CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years' experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.Together, we shape what's next-working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you'll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.