Purchasing Administrator

About the role

In this role, you will work closely with Buyers to monitor, control, coordinate, and expedite the delivery of materials ordered. The primary function is to ensure that material delivery meets end-user needs and to report any variances to establish appropriate workarounds.

Responsibilities

• Contact vendors to obtain information regarding delivery, material availability, shipping confirmation, and mode of transportation.
• Update the online Purchase Order with appropriate shipping information.
• Notify the Buyer and Planner of any variances that might impact the schedule.
• Review the daily Receiving Report and update files accordingly.
• Assist in resolving non-receivable material problems.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Confer with engineering, technical, or manufacturing teams using computers to enter, access, or retrieve information.

Requirements

• 3+ years of purchasing or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma.

Skills

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• International purchasing and negotiation skills.
• Customer service and supply chain experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and buying experience.
• Experience with Cost Point is a benefit.

Schedule

• Full-time on-site in Columbia with a 9/80 schedule.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.63 - $26.44/hr.

Benefits

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

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 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)

Work Environment

• This is a fully onsite, contract position based in Columbia, MD.