Corporate Buyer

Job Title: Corporate Buyer
Location: Edison, NJ, 08837
Duration: 08/04/2025 – 06/30/2027
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: 5 Days Per Week, 40 Hours Per Week
Schedule Notes: Core Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Hybrid – may be expected to report onsite as needed. Minimum 3 or more years of experience in a Purchasing Department. No on-call required.
Pay Range: $23-$25/hr.

• 3+ years of purchasing experience, including issuing purchase orders and evaluating suppliers

• Experience with automated systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Customer service skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Drive

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience

• Reviews purchase requests and coordinates with departments regarding specifications, delivery, and quality

• Ensures compliance with GPO contracts; utilizes GPO tools for pricing and product information

• Places orders via EDI or directly with vendors

• Reviews price increases, reports discrepancies, and updates Materials Management

• Solicits quotes for non-GPO items; performs price comparisons and negotiates with vendors

• Analyzes group purchasing contracts to identify savings opportunities

• Evaluates vendors on product specifications, pricing, and delivery

• Expedites backorders and coordinates substitution approvals with departments

• Focuses on cost savings, standardization, and inventory optimization

• Provides strong customer service to all stakeholders

• Processes orders within 24 hours of requisition submission

• Supports product evaluations using market research and cost analysis

• Coordinates with suppliers to maintain accurate pricing and item master data

• Identifies process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and satisfaction

• Performs other duties and projects as assigned

• Adheres to Client standards and professional conduct policies