Our client is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a location in Chesapeake, VA. This role is fully onsite Monday – Friday ; 8:00am – 4:30pm. Responsibilities: + Purchases materials or other goods and/or coordinates activities involved with procuring products and services. + Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives. + Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval for substituted items. + Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers, monitoring dates and expediting orders. + Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipment errors with suppliers. + Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents. + Obtains required parts, equipment and materials, verifies receipt of items, authorizing payment, and manages and controls inventor. + Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. + Develop and coordinate new policies and procedures regarding procurement processes. + Processes account applications and maintenance actions and maintain accounts database. + Monitors approval of accounts to maintain an appropriate degree of control over vendor relationships. Qualifications: + 2 + years purchasing experience preferred, 2+ year office experience required. + Business Degrees can be substituted for experience. + Excellent computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook software. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. + Handles correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required. + Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance. + Strong negotiation skills. + Ability to work well under pressure. + Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Proficient with MS Office suite and other work-related software. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.