Purchasing Agent - Hybrid

We are hiring a Purchasing Agent - Hybrid for one of our clients in Newark, NJ. Job Description • Solicitation Management Responsibilities • Solicitations (Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs)) assigned to Purchasing Agents typically are small procurements or select activities within a larger solicitation. • Assures the inclusion of the proposed specifications, within solicitations as required. • Gathers quotes and conducts simple bid and proposal processes. Distributes bid and proposal packages, and communicates with vendors, contractors, and consultants. Tabulates bids and proposals. • Reviews bids and proposals. • Coordinates contract approval and execution process. • Issues Purchase Orders (POs) against Requisitions in support of procurements or for stand-alone small purchases. • Assures that all required documents, representations, and certifications are properly executed and attached to POs and associated files as required. • Contract Management Responsibilities • Issues changes to POs against Requisitions in support of changes. • Performs closeout of contracts. • Systems of Record Responsibilities • Performs all duties within the currently approved systems of record or, where manual processes are employed, properly maintains documents in conformance with document control policies. • Training & Development Responsibilities • Remain current on all required training. • Other Responsibilities • Tracks and reports on work activities with the end result being professional, transparent, efficient in execution of duties. • Provides prompt responsive customer service to client departments on their procurements. • Performs other duties as assigned by Procurement Leadership. Skills Required • Sourcing, Expediting, Customer Service, Vendor Management and Inventory Management. • Computer proficiency in Microsoft -Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook. • Oracle EBS, Microsoft Office Suite Experience And Education Required • Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of MRO Purchasing and/or materials management experience and supply chain. Work Hours • 8:00 AM-4:30 PM • lunch (Unpaid): 30 Minutes Additional Information • Hybrid- 3 days -Office, 2 days Remote • Parking: Public Parking in the area ranges from $12-$22 per day. • The client does not reimburse for parking About Us We are specialized in recruiting and deliver the best professional talent of industry and we are committed to deliver best experience for our clients and job seekers. With over two decades of experience in the recruitment industry, we proudly help you to find the next job that matches your professional skills. Our team understands your needs or requirement before starting the recruitment, that enables to find the high quality of talent with high success rate of talent delivery, keeps us continue to be the best in the industry. By responding to this job posting, you are consenting to receive text/SMS messages from us. Thank you.