Procurement Buyer I

Job Title: Procurement Buyer I

Location: St., Petersburg, FL

Duration: 3-6 months, Onsite

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Pay Range: $33.65/hr (W2).

Job ID: 371342

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Procurement Buyer I to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in site and global procurement, sourcing, and supplier management and a proven ability to manage end-to-end purchase order lifecycles, drive cost savings, and mitigate supplier risk.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and support site-level and global procurement initiatives for cost savings, contract opportunities, supplier quality, and risk mitigation.
• Process requisitions and place orders with approved suppliers to support product launches, dual sourcing, and cost savings initiatives.
• Manage the end-to-end purchase order lifecycle using JDE ERP.
• Resolve issues related to purchase orders, deliveries, or invoices.
• Support new product and program launches to influence sourcing decisions and meet project timelines.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of direct, indirect, and pre-commercial goods and services.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure quality, competitive pricing, and favorable commercial terms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement with site and functional goals.
• Communicate order and delivery status internally and externally in a timely manner.
• Analyze market trends, suppliers, and performance to inform purchasing decisions.
• Manage site direct and indirect spend as directed by the Site Procurement Manager.
• Perform deep spend analyses to understand variances and identify cost reduction opportunities with Category Management.
• Participate in or lead cross-functional RFPs/RFIs to reduce cost and improve quality.
• Develop and manage key supplier relationships to meet local site needs.
• Support Global Procurement strategic imperatives and ensure policy compliance.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts and ensure compliance with contracts and corporate policies and procedures.
• Provide support to resolve supplier quality issues and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to purchase order and contract guidelines.
• Prepare reports for cost savings tracking, supplier spend analysis, and performance.
• Comply with site and corporate SOPs and documented processes; maintain accurate purchasing records and pricing data.
• Ensure CDA and SCOC compliance for all suppliers, coordinate with Legal for changes, and track status in the local database.
• Comply with Security, EHS, Global Procurement, and Global Trade policies.
• Act as a back-up for Direct Procurement on site when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency with JDE ERP and purchase-to-pay processes.
• Experience in sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract compliance.
• Analytical skills for spend analysis, market research, and supplier performance tracking.
• Communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers.
• Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in business, purchasing, supply chain, finance, engineering, sciences, or related field preferred with at least 3 years of purchasing and/or supply chain experience. In lieu of a degree, at least 10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in global operations and finance management within a regulated environment.
• Background in pharmaceuticals or life sciences procurement.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to modern technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume or contact:

Name: Abdul Azeem

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