**Our client, a growing single source supplier and solutions provider, is looking for a dynamic Buyer & Sourcing Specialist to join their team. Qualified candidates will be self-directed and quality minded.** **$25-$30/hour, M-F,** **7am-4pm** **Qualified individuals will possess the following skills:** + Qualification or 4 years relevant experience + A background in supply chain or sourcing preferred + Experience in supplier evaluation, negotiation & selection + Proven ability to identify solutions and problem solve + Must be comfortable and capable working in a fast-paced environment + Strong organizational & administration skills + Ability to absorb technical information of products + Excellent negotiation and decision-making skills + Good computer skills (MS Office), SAP ERP experience highly desirable + Flexible & Pro-active attitude with an ability to think strategically + Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues + Ability to work to agreed time scales and deadlines + Experience dealing with products such as industrial supplies, MRO parts, critical spares, electrical components a strong advantage **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Strategic sourcing of products and suppliers to support open enquiries + Support sales staff with technical queries on product and identify solutions for our customers + Ensure timely turnaround on all customer enquiries to enable the best customer service experience + Negotiate pricing, deals, contracts and delivery schedules with suppliers + Identify, evaluate, and capitalise on opportunities to reduce sourcing costs, build on current product offering, and create additional value for customer base + Conduct regular market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and supplier improvements + Develop and maintain relationship with suppliers to ensure high quality & cost-effective solutions + Partner with key internal stakeholders to develop business and maximise opportunities + Manage tender enquiries and negotiation of contracts + Work as part of a dynamic and experienced team to help achieve company goals + Develop a strong understanding of our product offering, supplier base, competitive landscape, and customer applications **If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!** **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.