Purchasing Specialist

About the role

We're looking for a Purchasing Specialist on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders (POs) and promptly.
• Manage and maintain existing POs, including updates, confirmations, and issue resolution.
• Support special projects, such as identifying past due purchase orders. These projects also include data cleanup and validation activities, and preparing the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system for the transition to GEP.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including procurement, planning, finance, and suppliers, to ensure smooth purchasing workflows.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and reporting.
• Help with process improvements and standardization efforts across the supply chain function.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, procurement, purchasing, or related operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Comfortable working with ERP, SRM, or procurement systems.

Helpful Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with GEP or similar procurement platforms.

Safety Pledge to You

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25.00/hr. to $30.00/hr.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions