Buyer

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Buyer

Location: Painted Post, NY 14870

Duration: 12+ Months with possible extension

Job Summary

The Buyer II supports Lead and Strategic Sourcing Managers by executing and managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, tracking payments and project deliverables, and assisting with cost and schedule management. This role works closely with Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Shared Services to ensure timely, compliant, and cost effective procurement of goods and services, while further developing expertise in capital procurement processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Administrative Support

· Support day to day strategic sourcing activities in coordination with Lead and Strategic Sourcing Managers

· Manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders, including pricing, lead times, delivery requirements, and basic terms and conditions

· Identify, track, and help resolve issues impacting purchase orders, payables, and supplier performance

· Coordinate with Shared Services on PO management, invoice processing, and issue resolution

Supplier & Project Coordination

· Coordinate with suppliers on order confirmations, schedule status, and delivery tracking

· Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and order fulfillment issues

· Support supplier onboarding, documentation, and compliance requirements

· Track project level procurement deliverables, milestones, and supporting documentation

Data, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

· Maintain procurement records, order logs, and basic spend tracking, as required

· Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval limits

· Assist Strategic Sourcing Managers and Category Leads with sourcing support, quote collection, and basic cost comparisons

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, data accuracy, and execution discipline

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field

· Prior experience supporting a procurement or supply chain team in a business environment

· Working knowledge or familiarity with ERP/MRP systems

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word)

· Strong attention to detail with demonstrated organizational and follow through skillsCompany Description

ElevaIT is a certified and values driven Service-Disabled Veteran owned global staffing and IT professional services firm serving Fortune 1000 clients with customized and scalable workforce solutions. Leveraging talent intelligence analytics, our scalable recruiting platform puts diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) at the forefront of everything we do.