Purchase Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Purchase Specialist

Location: 100% Onsite – Near Woodbridge, NJ

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Pay Rate: $23–$25 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Specialist to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring timely procurement of goods and services, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in purchasing or supply chain functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchasing cycle, including creating purchase orders and tracking deliveries.
• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to optimize cost savings.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, shipments, and deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software (ERP experience a plus).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($23–$25/hr).
• Direct hire opportunity with growth potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $24.00 to $25.00 per year

Search managed by: Stephanie Peckerofsky

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.