Procurement/Purchasing Analyst

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Procurement/Purchasing Analyst for an opportunity in Hartsville, SC

Location: Hartsville, SC

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duratioon: 12+ months contract

Job Type: [FULL TIME/CONTRACT/ON-SITE]

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive with the ability to take independent action and initiative in assigned areas.
• Analytical mindset with logical understanding of database management.
• Familiarity with a wide variety of policies, practices, and procedures in purchasing and accounting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between plant buyers and suppliers to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution.
• Manage item identification, material pricing, and blanket purchase agreements.
• Systematically update and maintain material pricing data.
• Create and submit productivity reports on a regular basis.
• Investigate and resolve pricing discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting with suppliers, category managers, plant buyers, managers, and other internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the main point of contact for price management processes.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and enhancement of process controls.
• Previous involvement in corporate social responsibility programs or employee engagement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and implementing process improvements.

  Requirements:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive with the ability to take independent action and initiative in assigned areas. Analytical mindset with logical understanding of database management.
• Familiarity with a wide variety of policies, practices, and procedures in purchasing and accounting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with proven experience in managing high-volume data tracking and entry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word; advanced Excel skills are a plus. Professional business acumen with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Analyze data and information to determine appropriate actions in line with established policies and procedures.
• Drive compliance by persuading internal customers to adhere to standardized practices.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and accuracy, including:
• Participate in cross-functional collaboration and train global counterparts, including team members in Asia.

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 239046 when responding to this ad.