Description Job Duties & Responsibilities: + Reviews, negotiates, and approves procurement requisitions; analyzes and works with internal technical customers in developing functional specifications; prepares invitations to quote, effectively sources and obtains proposals on assigned requirements; performs market analysis and negotiates commercial terms with suppliers. + Utilizes pricing and cost analysis techniques to assure the corporation is receiving the best value for its procurement dollar. + Submits recommendations for future corporate contract and future saving actions. + Supports internal customers. Interfaces with them to ensure best overall value is being taken into consideration on all product/commodity acquisitions. + Prepares detailed negotiation plans and conducts effective commercial and technical negotiations. + Supports supplier management activity as outlined by the Supply Chain Policy. + Represents Supply Chain on special teams and committees involving the organization or involving related areas, as assigned. + Assumes interim responsibility for the Supply Chain Department during management absence. Completes various other tasks as assigned by management. Requirements Job Requirements + Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or similar field of study, or 4 years of equivalent industry experience. + Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing w/ technical or Nutraceutical background preferred. + Highly developed skills in the following areas: communication, interpersonal, negotiation, cost analysis, price analysis techniques. Understanding of legal considerations pertaining to contracts and agreements. + Able to read, analyze, and understand technical specifications, technical procedures, process descriptions, etc. + Ability to read, analyze and understand MRP reporting system within FishBowl. + Ability to write reports, correspondence, present information, respond to questions from groups, management, customers, vendors, and general public. + Mathematical, algebraic, and geometric abilities. Calculates discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, areas, volumes, etc. + Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables. + Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook), FishBowl and QuickBooks. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .