Operations & Procurement Specialist
Robert Half · Nicholasville, KY · 1 mo ago
On-sitePurchasingTemporary
Responsibilities
- Direct daily operational activities across the office and fulfillment environment to maintain efficient workflows and consistent execution.
- Cooking purchasing activities by sourcing products, requesting and evaluating vendor pricing, and selecting options that align with quality, timing, and budget expectations.
- Create and manage purchase orders, maintain procurement records, and track orders through production and final delivery.
- Possess and support customer programs, prepare quotes and project materials, and help move opportunities from planning to fulfillment.
- Oversee administrative and support staff scheduling, assign work based on business needs, and help maintain accountability across day-to-day tasks.
- Lead regular production and order status meetings, communicate updates across teams, and surface risks early to prevent delivery issues.
- Maintain supplier performance, strengthen vendor relationships, and address concerns related to product quality, service, or shipment timing.
- Maintain organized documentation, reporting, and visibility tools that support production status, order progress, and operational decision-making.
- Work with warehouse and fulfillment teams to monitor inventory levels, coordinate replenishment needs, and support accurate order execution.
- Resolve operational challenges involving supply chain delays, inventory gaps, or fulfillment issues while keeping stakeholders informed.
Requirements
- Experience supporting operations, procurement, order coordination, or a related business function in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and documentation requirements at the same time.
- Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, internal teams, and leadership while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Background in preparing quotes, tracking purchase activity, and coordinating projects from initiation through completion.
- Comfortable reviewing pricing, comparing supplier options, and identifying opportunities to improve cost efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Proficiency with reporting, administrative systems, and business tools used to monitor orders, inventory, and workflow performance.
- Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and proactively address issues before they affect customers or operations.
- Experience in environments involving consumer banking, consumer lending, credit card industry operations, call center metrics, or criticality analysis is a plus.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Relevant work experience in operations, procurement, or a similar role is preferred.
Skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with procurement software and systems.
- Knowledge of supply chain management principles.
Benefits
TalentMatch® Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
This position is offered on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role.