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Procurement Specialist

Careers Integrated Resources Inc Durham, NC (Onsite) Contractor
Job Title: Procurement Specialist
Job Location: Durham, NC
Job Duration: 2-3 Months (Possibilities of Extension)

Job Summary:
  • A Procurement specialist for Client will conduct the complete acquisition cycle of small and high dollar capital purchases for supplies, equipment and services.
  • The Procurement Specialist will help track improvement targets and measurements, performing necessary follow up as needed; will identify ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction; and will make recommendations to Purchasing, Accounts Payable and Supply Chain leadership.
  • Additionally, the Specialist will assist with monitoring and managing the performance of key suppliers, including benchmarks on the perfect order functions and components.
  • This position may also assist with requisitioner setup and training across the system; EDI account setup and maintenance in Infor; and New Vendor setup.
  • The Procurement Specialist is expected to stay abreast of the latest advancements and trends in the field of purchasing, integrating knowledge Producted into current work practices.
Essential Duties:
  • Reviews system requirements and submits purchase orders adhering to purchasing strategies for assigned commodities accurately and in a timely manner, using Infor ERP system.
  • Communicates order requirements to vendor and confirms for accuracy by documenting confirmation on internal documents of purchase order.
  • Effectively and promptly resolves daily purchasing issues and GHX exception errors by reviewing Infor and GHX dashboard.
  • Lead in sourcing and price negotiations on capital and construction purchases by requesting product specifications and quotes from vendors.
  • Will be familiar with and utilize industry benchmarking within assigned capital purchasing categories.
  • Proactively investigates price changes and challenges them when they are not justified by staying abreast of GPO and local contracts.
  • Consults with the Strategic Sourcing department to identify potential cost savings for materials, supplies, and services.
  • Will be a financial steward for the system to ensure proper processes in regards to accounting principles for the Purchasing department.
  • Works with ISD department on EDI setup and maintenance of accounts in Infor ERP and GHX exchange by monitoring transactions opportunities for and order failures.
  • Maintains knowledge of standard practices, procedures and policies that impact the Purchasing department.
  • Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
Customer Focus:
  • Makes the customer and their needs their top priority and goes the extra mile to satisfy their customers.
  • Demonstrates the ability to resolve customer problems.
Technical expertise:
  • Understands the technical aspects of one’s job.
  • Effectively uses Microsoft office products, Infor cloud suite, GHX, Service Now to accomplish designated tasks, produce reports, trouble shoot errors and provide feedback on system optimization.
  • Demonstrates the ability to learn and master the multiple technical system as appropriate.
Coachability:
  • Receptive to feedback, willing to learn and embraces continuous improvement.
Accountability:
  • Manages performance to meet expected results.
  • Works to meet the internal/external customer requirements.
Fiscal responsibility:
  • Understands procure to pay (P2P) process and seeks to make the best decision/referral in the interest of the customer.
  • Understands the relationship of the purchasing, general ledger (GL) alignment and local and system budgets.
Conflict Resolution:
  • Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
  • Finds agreement on issues and follows through on implementation.
Solving Problems:
  • Uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • If a Bachelor's degree:
    • Three (3) years of progressively responsible procurement experience and working with vendors.
  • If an Associate's degree:
    • Five (5) years of progressively responsible procurement experience and working with vendors.
  • If a High School diploma or GED:
    • Eight (8) years of progressively responsible procurement experience and working with vendors.
Preferred Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Health Administration or related field preferred.
Schedule Hours Per Week: 40.00
Schedule Hours Per Day: 8.00
Schedule Days Per Week: 5.00
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Contractor

Location

Durham, NC (Onsite)

Job Type

Other

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

05/07/2025

Job ID

25-45683

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