Nord Gear Corporation
Procurement Specialist (Administrative)
Position: Procurement Specialist
Location: Waunakee, WI
Hours: 1st Shift
Reports to: Purchasing Manager
Summary: This position will provide support to the Purchasing Manager for assigned duties and projects. This position is responsible for sourcing and negotiating agreements for domestically procured commodities and/or services. This position is responsible for proactively managing and coordinating the purchasing process of selected commodities to ensure that quality products are received on time, in the right quantity and are purchased at the best possible price. Essential duties include supplier negotiations, purchasing functions, database maintenance, report generation, and other tasks/projects as assigned. This person will provide excellent customer support to both internal and external customers. This person will be back up for both the Buyer/Planner and the Purchasing Assistant positions.
Description:
Qualifications:
Education: Minimum of 4 year Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of purchasing experience. APICS or ISM certification.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience including negotiating and establishing purchasing agreements.
Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, SAP experience highly preferred.
Strong computer skills; Internet, Microsoft office, including excellent working experience with Excel.
Good analytical and communication skills necessary. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit/stand at a desk for up to 8-10 hours per day.