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Purchasing Associate

Spectraforce

Scarborough, Maine


9 months ago

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Purchasing Associate
Spectraforce
Scarborough, Maine

9 months ago

Job Description

Title: Purchasing Associate
Duration: 06 Months
Location: Scarborough, ME 04074
Schedule- 8am - 5pm


Job Overview:
Applies experience and procurement knowledge to execute the purchasing and supply management strategies for ID Now. Works with customers, internal and external, and the Divisions to solve issues and drive high levels of customer service. This role will work across multiple verticals. The position will be responsible for Operations and Tactical work with the various categories. The Specialist has delegated authority to commit company funds while contributing cost savings and partnerships with suppliers and internal customers. Proactively seek innovative ways to improve the procurement processes, cycle times, and customer service levels Full understanding of the "One Procurement" strategies. Strong knowledge and project work across multiple categories that impact the team positively. Works within defined processes and procedures and may help determine appropriate approaches for change.
 
Responsibilities
  • First line responder pivots between strategy, operations, and transactional sourcing
  • Execute against category strategies and work in the guidance of strategic category leaders
  • Manage day to day supply issues
  • Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures.
  • Communicates pertinent information to both internal customers and suppliers to keep apprised and to prevent problems
  • Support PO conversion – non transactional and some negotiations
  • Lead resolution on issues and invoice errors
  • Enable supplier integration and KPIs
  • Meet regularly with divisional customers and support functions to ensure good customer satisfaction and continuous improvement
 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Financial or related field. 
  • CPM certification desired. 
  • Two years experience in Procurement as well as functional experience. 
  • Strong people skills, strong problem-solving skills, skilled in spreadsheet programs. 
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal). 
  • Good interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and network skills.
 

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
 
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $38.00/hr.