Purchasing Specialist

Robert Half • East Dorset, VT • 7h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support day-to-day buying operations for a long-term contract opportunity in East Dorset, Vermont. This position will help maintain efficient procurement workflows by coordinating material purchases, managing supplier-related documentation, and ensuring transactions are processed accurately. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills and a practical understanding of purchasing activities within a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage routine procurement activities by preparing and processing purchase orders for required materials and services.

Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing needs, confirm specifications, and support timely order fulfillment.

Review vendor documentation and enter supplier invoices accurately to maintain organized purchasing records.

Track order status, follow up with suppliers, and address issues related to pricing, delivery timelines, or item availability.

Maintain purchasing files and system data to support accurate reporting and smooth department operations.

Assist the purchasing team with general administrative and operational tasks tied to day-to-day buying functions.

Support updates to procurement processes or systems when needed as part of ongoing departmental operations. Requirements - Experience supporting purchasing, procurement, or buyer-related functions in a fast-paced setting.

Working knowledge of purchase order processing and material purchasing procedures.

Ability to enter and verify vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on deadlines.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with suppliers and internal teams.

Proficiency with purchasing systems, spreadsheets, or other business software used for procurement activities.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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