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Robert Half Buyer in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Description

Robert Half is seeking a Buyer to join our client’s team in the North Metro area. This position will play a pivotal role in the procurement process, focusing on acquiring commodity items, raw materials, operational supplies, and essential services crucial to sustaining operational efficiency and meeting business demands.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Procure commodity items, raw materials, operational supplies, and services to meet business needs.

  • Confirm and expedite purchase orders as required, while resolving invoice discrepancies.

  • Monitor purchase order action messages daily to uphold appropriate inventory levels.

  • Participate in achieving Supply Chain goals, focusing on cost reduction and enhanced spend.

  • Source and evaluate potential suppliers based on various criteria including quality, cost, delivery, and services.

  • Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotes, demonstrating basic contract management skills.

  • Understand current and aged inventory details to align with inventory management objectives.

  • Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining a supplier management program.

  • Utilize multiple ERP systems proficiently to support daily purchasing tasks.

    Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Economics, or equivalent experience.

  • 2+ years of relevant experience in procurement or related fields.

  • Proficiency with ERP systems, IQMS experience preferred.

  • Willingness to travel to visit suppliers as necessary.

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in procurement processes.

  • Strong collaborative skills, able to effectively work with cross-functional teams.

  • Proven ability to make sound judgment calls in fast-paced procurement environments.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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