job summary: Looking for an experienced Procurement Buyer in the Muskegon, MI area to be responsible for sourcing and procurement of parts for engines and transmissions for capital projects. Must have a Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. location: Muskegon, Michigan job type: Contract salary: $30 - 40 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: · Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of raw materials, goods and services. · Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. · Approves and qualifies vendors, obtains quotes, examines bids and makes awards. Follows up on all awards through completion of order. · Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. · Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, and maintains necessary records. · Follows applicable anti-corruption ethics, laws, and regulations · Ability to interact with ERP/MRP and other related computing systems · Must have the ability to interact with all levels of management both internal and external · Helps make moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of Supply Chain Organization. · Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are complex and may require comprehensive information gathering, analysis and investigation to understand the problem. · Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues, job areas or specialties. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors skills: Purchasing / ProcurementComponentMaterialsSupply Chain 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.