Jr Buyer

Entry-level purchasing role with mentorship and stable hourly pay ($22/hr) in South Burlington, VT. Junior Buyer assisting procurement, vendor management, PO creation and market analysis. Full-time on-site in South Burlington, VT. Hourly pay $22.00. Entry-level/0–2 year contract/permanent opportunity. - Bachelor's in business/procurement preferred - 0–2 years procurement/purchasing experience - Strong analytical skills - Excellent verbal and written communication - High attention to detail and organizational skills

We are looking for a JR Purchasing agent for our client in South Burlington, VT. A Junior Buyer is an entry-level procurement professional responsible for assisting in the purchasing of goods and services, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring efficient procurement processes.

Job: JR Purchasing agent/Buyer

Location: South Burlington, VT

Pay: 22.00 an hour

 

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Support: Assist in the procurement of goods and services, ensuring that purchases are made at the most favorable terms for the organization.

Vendor Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating prices and terms to secure the best deals.

Order Management: Create and manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and maintain accurate records of purchases and vendor performance.

Market Analysis: Analyze market trends to identify new suppliers and products, and recommend product substitutions when necessary.

Collaboration: Work closely with senior buyers and other departments to ensure smooth procurement processes and timely delivery of products.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, or a related field is often preferred.

Experience: 0-2 years of experience in procurement or purchasing is typically required.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to evaluate suppliers and products effectively.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build and sustain supplier relationships.

Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and ensure accuracy in procurement processes.

If you or someone you know is interested, please let me know!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:  Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.