Job Description

Highly prestigious medical device company has an immediate need for multiple contractors with option to convert to full time position. This is a contractor role for 12 months, but offers benefits and the ability to get your foot in the door of one of the area's most sought after employers. Previous biotech, pharmaceutical, or health experience a strong plus!!!

JOB DESCRIPTION

SCOPE, TASKS AND ACTIVITIES:

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

·         Proficient in using Prism to produce POs and process purchase orders with suppliers.

·         Analyzes the reports of various data warehouse searches, specifications for new items, reviews information related to preferred supplier/vendor, and communicates with suppliers and site personnel as needed.

·         Provides back-up support in the Procurement Department.

·         Assists in consolidating reporting requirements for procurement Purchasing management.

·         Maintains close coordination with Production Planning to ensure that adequate quantities of ingredients are available for scheduled production while maintaining the lowest possible inventories.

·         Assists other departments and Requisitioners in the sourcing of materials and problem solving.

·         Assist other departments and Requisitioners in the negotiations and contracting of services and generation of a request for proposal and negotiations.

·         Work closely with Manufacturing, Product Development and Engineering in the procurement of processing equipment; includes the obtaining of quotations from several manufacturers, for the price and terms and conditions; after management review, issues the purchase order.

·         Obtain competitive bids on goods and services with the basis of greatest profitability to the company, commensurate with quality standards, and delivery capabilities.

·         Uses all available sources of market trends that may have an effect on prices and makes recommendations for action

·         Provides back-up to other Buyer roles as needed.

·         Maintains timely control of documents and data to assure accurate retention of records.

·         Member of Supplier Diversity Team to ensure government Minority Subcontracting Plan goals are met.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

·         BS degree in Supply Chain Management or related field desired, OR 10+ years related experience in Procurement.

·         Certification (APICS, CPSM., etc.) desired. Knowledgeable of the purchasing process, vendor relations, lead times for raw materials, and inventory control. Experience in Project Management and working with project teams.

·         Must have the ability to analyze data in bid process and develop recommendations; excellent communications skills both oral and written to communicate clearly and effectively with others to expedite the procurement.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

·         Language Ability - Ability to read and interpret documents such as vendor quotes, procurement and inventory reports, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

·         Math Ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, percentages, and volume.

·         Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

·         Computer Knowledge - Possess excellent computer skills with a detailed knowledge in Microsoft Platforms (Windows, Windows Explorer, Outlook, Word and Excel) and other inventory systems/databases.

·         Prior knowledge of JD Edwards Purchasing software (Enterprise One software) preferred.

·         Analytical – Demonstrated organization skills, ability to prioritize activities, multi-tasked/follow tasks to completion; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; good organization skills and attention to details; able to make good decisions independently within the scope of responsibility.

·         Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

·         Technical Skills – Excellent computer skills with a detailed knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; ability to use purchasing software, i.e., SAP; good negotiation skills.

·         Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.

·         Interpersonal – Interfaces with both management and non-management personnel across the company and with third party vendors for procurement activities and data gathering.

·         Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively. Prepares purchase orders, and composes correspondence as required for vendors.

Company Description

We are a family owned staffing and recruiting firm that has been in operation for over 32 years. HART Employment Services, is a woman owned, family operated small business. Founded in 1987, HART has had the privilege of providing quality service and qualified talent search assistance in a variety of industries for over 32 years. HART specializes in personalized, quality staffing assistance for direct placement, contract, temporary to hire, pre-employment testing and payroll services on a nationwide basis.