Procurement Buyer I Temp

Alameda, CA
Operations – Procurement /
Temporary /
On-site
The Procurement Buyer I Temp is responsible for the order process from purchase order through payment for assigned part numbers, commodities and/or suppliers.

This role supports the business to procure goods and services from vendors and suppliers, negotiate terms and prices where required, and maintain records of purchases.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
• Gain proficiency in the ERP Purchase Order execution process and maintaining accurate records in the system by appropriately applying policies and procedures.
• Review incoming requisitions for accuracy and completeness and communicate with Requisitioners and/or Procurement Schedulers as needed before placing Purchase Orders.
• Prepare accurate and complete Purchase Orders; confirms proper authorization.
• Manage Purchase Order process from creation through payment by working with supplier(s); manage expedited orders in conjunction with business requisitioners and/or Procurement Schedulers.
• Resolve routine discrepancies (quantity, delivery timing, price, packing slip, certificate of compliance etc.) with suppliers while engaging business stakeholders as needed.
• Learn ERP functionality as required including Material Master Data.
• Support Strategic Procurement and Procurement Schedulers to optimize purchasing process, cost efficiencies and procurement of materials and/or services.
• Review reports related to assigned commodities, suppliers and/or part number to manage open POs, payment issues.
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required with 4+ years of supply chain experience, or equivalent combination of education and or demonstrated experience.
• Experience with SAP Materials Management solutions.
• Degree in business, supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred.
• Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired
• Knowledge of purchasing processes
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Working Conditions
• General office, warehouse, and cleanroom environments
• Willingness and ability to work on site. May have business travel from 0-10%.
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
• Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office
equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.
• Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.

Base Pay Range Per Hour:  $31.00 – $40.00 / hour
Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.