Buyer/Analyst

Job Title: Buyer/Analyst

Location: Columbus, OH

Work Model: Onsite

Compensation: $80-85k

POSITION OVERVIEW

Work under occasional guidance of Procurement Analyst or Category Manager. Perform vehicle purchase procurement activities (issuing POs) for Fleet, Transmission and Distribution Business Units. Proficiency in utilizing systems and analytical tools. Maximo experience a plus. Assist in negotiation/persuasion with suppliers and Business Unit partners to make the best procurement decision. Develop good working relationships with assigned Business Units by attaining an overall understanding of operating issues and priorities.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Essential Job Functions & Tasks:

1. Intermediate level of procurement of Project and O&M related equipment (vehicles and related equipment) following procurement guidelines with guidance of a Procurement Analyst or Category Manager.

2. Assist in analyzing bid proposals, negotiating with suppliers at an intermediate level and awarding purchase orders.

3. Assist in resolving basic discrepancies, commercial issues, change orders, or cancellations related to purchase orders.

4. Coordinate work with suppliers, client Legal, Risk Management and Business Unit partners on commercial issues, terms and conditions and specifications with occasional guidance of a Procurement Analyst or Category Manager.

5. Assist the Category Management group in supplier management and support the strategic agreement process by utilizing blanket orders when appropriate for projects and facilities.

WHAT'S NEEDED

Minimum Requirements:

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management or similar discipline, or Associates degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics or Inventory Management & two (2) years of procurement experience in buying, contracting, or supply chain, inventory management or logistics or if no degree, three (3) years of experience in buying, contracting, supply chain logistics, inventory management, or business administration.

Work Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in buying for a variety of products and/or business units, in addition to any years of experience identified above. Additional Requirements: Physical demand level is Sedentary.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Other standard benefits as applicable

ABOUT UNICON

UNICON is a workforce solutions provider with over 35 years of experience supporting organizations across a variety of industries. We partner with our clients to deliver skilled professionals while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance, and long-term relationships. UNICON is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.