Job Description
Randstad is seeking a Buyer I for our global power management client working onsite in Davenport, IA.
- Pay Rate: $25.00 to $25.87 per hour
- Location: Davenport, IA 52804 (On-site)
- Job Type: 3-month contract with the possibility of extension
Qualifications Must-haves:
- 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related role
- Proven negotiation and communication abilities with high attention to detail
- strong understanding of standard purchasing processes and best practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
Nice-to-haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Experience using procurement software or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
- Familiarity with contract management, supply chain logistics, or inventory management
- Professional certifications such as CSCP or CPSM
Benefits & Career Growth At Randstad, we value the health and well-being of our talent. After 90 days of continuous assignment, you will become eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Plans
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-perm
salary: $25 - $25.87 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School
Responsibilities
- Source and procure materials: Review purchasing requests to select appropriate suppliers and request competitive bids.
- Negotiate value: Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing, and terms to secure high-quality goods at cost-effective rates.
- Manage orders and contracts: Create accurate purchase orders and contracts while ensuring full compliance with company policies.
- Track and expedite delivery: Monitor order progress to keep project timelines on track and resolve any supplier discrepancies.
- Maintain vendor relationships: Build strong supplier connections and conduct performance evaluations to ensure quality service.
Skills
Qualifications
- Years of experience: 1 year
- Experience level: Experienced
Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Shift work