We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team on a contract basis in Farmington Hills, Michigan. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement activities, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring smooth communication between vendors and internal departments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to efficient purchasing operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and issue purchase orders based on approved requisitions to ensure timely procurement.<br>• Monitor deliveries, address discrepancies, and follow up with vendors to resolve issues as needed.<br>• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and inventory data.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to understand procurement needs and provide updates on order statuses.<br>• Review invoices and verify received goods against purchase orders to ensure accuracy.<br>• Conduct vendor research and assist in evaluating suppliers to support procurement decisions.<br>• Prepare regular purchasing reports and maintain organized documentation.<br>• Ensure compliance with established purchasing policies and procedures.<br>• Support inventory control by coordinating with relevant departments.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchaser/buyer to join our clients team in the Troy, Michigan area. In this role, you will play a crucial part in sourcing, procuring, and managing materials essential for business operations. Your ability to evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery will contribute significantly to the success of theri organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The Purchasing Buyer is a full-time, on-site role responsible for placing purchase orders for materials, products, and services to support company operations. This position tracks material deliveries, reports stock shortages, and collaborates closely with internal departments to align purchasing decisions. The role also maintains supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and issue purchase orders based on production and operational requirements</li><li>Communicate with vendors to confirm order status and ensure timely delivery</li><li>Identify potential vendors and obtain competitive quotes</li><li>Cross-reference product deliveries against purchase orders for accuracy</li><li>Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and delivery schedules</li><li>Resolve supplier-related issues including performance concerns, delivery delays, and quality discrepancies</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments such as production, scheduling, project management, order entry, and logistics</li><li>Work closely with operations to ensure material availability supports production plans</li><li>Maintain ordering requirements for service equipment and packaging materials</li></ul>
<p><strong>Sr. Financial Analyst</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our trusted client is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst for a long-term engagement. You will play a critical role in analyzing financial data, forecasting trends, and driving insights to support decision-making within a global manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in financial modeling and data analytics while collaborating with key stakeholders across multiple divisions. This is a hybrid position based in Farmington Hills, MI.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>• Analyze and forecast current-year purchase price variance globally, utilizing established tools and reporting systems.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with manufacturing sites, commodity purchasing teams, and division management to ensure alignment on financial metrics and reporting.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate performance and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Conduct detailed variance analyses to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.</p><p>• Utilize Power BI and Excel to manage and present data effectively, ensuring accurate and actionable insights.</p><p>• Perform inventory valuation and provide insights into purchase order processes to enhance financial reporting.</p><p>• Support data mining efforts to uncover patterns and improve forecasting accuracy.</p><p>• Provide regular updates and presentations to management on key financial indicators and metrics.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and streamline reporting practices.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist in Ypsilanti MI. Ideal candidate would be an exceptional and experienced Procurement Specialist, that is thoughtful and team-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills, possesses a high level of creativity, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. In this position, you will be responsible for managing the purchasing of goods and services, ensuring cost efficiency and quality, and maintaining vendor relationships. This is an on-site position. Pay up to $28/hr. <br><br>Job Description<br>• Sourcing and Purchasing: Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage the procurement process to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.<br>• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure compliance with quality standards.<br>• Cost Management: Analyze market trends and pricing to develop cost-effective purchasing strategies that align with the organization’s budget and objectives.<br>• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as finance and operations, to align procurement strategies with organizational goals and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.<br>• Support internal and external audits.<br><br>Required Qualifications:<br>• Education: A bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, finance, logistics, or a related field.<br>• Experience: Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.<br>• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to secure the best prices and terms from suppliers.<br>• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.<br>• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with vendors and internal stakeholders.<br>Preferred Qualifications:<br>• Experience working with other agency. <br>• Demonstrated experience working both directly with the U.S. Government acquisition organizations as well as a supplier to the major aerospace prime contractors<br>• Experience working with CostPoint and/or Deltek.
