Junior Buyer

Contract to Hire position based in Omaha, NE.

About the role

The Junior Buyer will join a diverse team of five within a corporate procurement setting, focusing on indirect and some federal client purchases. This role is responsible for processing simple purchase orders, particularly IT hardware orders and corporate real estate office buildouts, and may involve ERP or purchase order testing. Training is hands-on, involving shadowing a buyer and gradually taking on more complex tasks over 4-6 months. The role offers growth opportunities, with potential promotions to Buyer II and Sr. Buyer.

Responsibilities

• Effectively and professionally conduct activities associated with procuring materials and equipment.
• Understand and apply basic procurement concepts, principles, and practices.
• Ensure task completion and project delivery processes while managing supplier relationships.
• Perform assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Understand compliance requirements applicable to assigned groups or commodities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or other applicable major is preferred; previous procurement experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with Oracle and ServiceNow is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Open to new graduates, ideally with a supply chain, business, or accounting degree.
• Good analytical skills.

Skills

• Purchasing
• Procurement
• Oracle
• Good organization and attention to detail
• Effective communication with internal and external clients
• Self-motivation and willingness to ask questions
• Ability to absorb information during training and take notes

Schedule

Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility to adjust hours as needed. Remote work is available one day a week after approximately six months of training.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)