Job Title: Buyer I
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Zip Code: 87106
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $25 - $30 / hr
Schedule: 1st shift
Keywords: #Buyer #ProcurementJobs #BuyerJobs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide excellent and timely customer service to internal customers in fulfilling the procurement process.
* Manage supplier lead-times to ensure on time delivery of goods and services to match required dates from internal stakeholders.
* Create and manage purchase orders and subcontracts to ensure satisfactory performance.
* Embrace a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to overcome challenges and achieve procurement goals.
* Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities, including supplier performance data, NDAs, contract information, and pricing agreements.
* Assist in the implementation of procurement strategies and initiatives.
* Work closely with project teams, engineering, communicating, and coordinating related purchases, problems, evaluation of services, minimizing construction risks, etc.
* Develop and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers for specified supplies, while understanding the production processes and internal systems.
* Purchase requirements of assigned materials at the lowest long-term cost for the quantity, quality and delivery required.
* Negotiate the lowest possible long-term cost through competitive bidding and market supply knowledge

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor"s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience
* Interest in supply chain process and able to communicate effectively with the team throughout the supply chain process
* Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience with RFP process to identify best suppliers

Benefits:
* Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision / glasses / prescription contact lens and eye test options available.
* On the job training / cross-training to develop and expand skills, creating opportunity for advancement and personal development. Tuition reimbursement available for relevant development opportunities.
* Life Insurance, disability insurance, and voluntary life insurance for family members available. Accident and critical illness insurance optional.
* Scheduled performance reviews create opportunities for advancement and pay increases.
* We have many success stories from individuals who took advantage of the training, cross-training, and personal development opportunities for advancement. We also have success stories of individuals who desired a reliable, scheduled and consistent career with appropriate work-life balance, health benefits and good job security. Whichever way you define success, this work culture cares about team members and treats each individual with dignity, inclusion, respect and recognition.
* A Referral Program compensates active employees for referring friends and former colleagues when the referral results in hiring the person. Our team has grown with referrals and internal promotions.


If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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