Temporary Assistant Buyer

Overview

Actively participate in the support of Esri's purchasing activities, including vendor and supplier relationship maintenance and managing purchase orders. You will execute daily tasks and projects with support from buyers and other colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Procure indirect materials, supplies, services, and equipment, as required
• Resolve supplier issues/concerns
• Resolve A/P invoice issues related to purchases
• Accurately and promptly reconcile assigned credit card accounts
• Process purchase orders timely and efficiently
• Maintain positive, effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers
• Effectively prioritize workload to achieve optimum efficiencies
• Perform various purchasing tasks, as needed

Requirements

• 4+ years of work experience in a business environment, such as commercial, operations, consumer products
  • 1+ years of work experience in Purchasing
• Professional self-starter capable of working with limited supervision
• Detail-oriented team player
• Superior customer service skills, excellent organizational skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good math and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to multi-task
• Able to interface with employees at all levels of the organization
• Proficient skill level in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• High school diploma or equivalent

Recommended Qualifications

• Previous experience in contract processing or related discipline
• Knowledge of SAP
• Experience with strategic sourcing

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About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

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