MARS Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Sourcing - Buyer, for a client located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, USA. Our client is a well-known Water industry and organization seeking bright, tech-savvy talent.

Client Industry: Water treatment Industry

Location: Minnetonka, Minnesota, USA

Job Type: Onsite

Job Title: Sourcing - Buyer

Experience Level: Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in an applicable or related field to /Sourcing/Procurement/Supply Chain/ Business Administration -and/or-5 years minimum experience in increasing roles in purchasing, expediting or supply chain.

Nice to Have Skills: SAP Knowledge, Strong Equipment Background, International and domestic logistics, Familiarity with purchase order conditions, INCOTERMS, Participates in the planning, scheduling and production control of the project.

Schedule/Hours: 1st Shift PHX 1st M-F

Is this a temp to perm position - Contract

Essential Responsibilities:

* Junior to Mid-Level Job Skills to support Procurement Fulfillment team from Purchase requisition to Vendor Payment.

* As an Order Fulfillment Buyer/ Expeditor within the Sourcing team, you will interact with PSI, Plant Production, Logistics, Category Management, Sourcing, quality assurance, accounts payable, and suppliers to help support production activities and schedules.

* You will be responsible for purchase orders and their contents from the moment they are issued until they are closed out i.e. setting contract terms, maintaining Outline Agreements, order confirmation, expediting deliveries, maintaining accurate delivery dates in SAP, Coordinating with Logistics, resolving any payment issues to the supplier, financial tracking of costs recognition, and any other tasks as assigned by the manager

Minimum requirements:

* Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in an applicable or related field to /Sourcing/Procurement/Supply Chain/ Business Administration

-and/or-5 years minimum experience in increasing roles in purchasing, expediting or supply chain.

Useful skills or abilities:

* We're Shaping a Sustainable Environment, Now. Water Technologies & Solutions is seeking thoughtful, dedicated professionals to join our 10,000-person team as we deliver leading water treatment solutions for clients across municipal and industrial markets, in locations on six continents. For more than 100 years has been at the forefront of innovation, from the Canal to addressing water scarcity. Finding solutions to the world's biggest water use and reuse problems has never been more important than it is right now.

* We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

* Note: The role sometimes will require the ability to travel domestically and internationally, but is not exhaustive of your dedicated time

That said, the ideal candidate will be or possess:

* Self-governed and motivated to perform tasks within established guidelines

* Participates in the planning, scheduling and production control of the project.

* Highly organized with the ability to multitask and deal with rapidly changing priorities/ambiguity

* Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with senior management and customers

* Problem solving and research skills

* Identifies under-performing or non-performing suppliers during the project life cycle.

* Time management skills

* Capable of working in a team, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and organizing.

* Flexible and adaptable to ever changing priorities.

* Proficient in MS Excel, Outlook, and Word

* SAP Knowledge

* Excellent Expediting Skills

Preferred skills:

* Strong Equipment Background

* International and domestic logistics

* Familiarity with purchase order conditions, INCOTERMS

* Strong oral and written communication skills

* Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation and facilitation skills

* Strong quantitative and analytical skills

* Ability to cope with multiple complex situations daily

* Good Negotiator

Tasks to be Performed:

* Interface with suppliers to ensure PO is received/acknowledged, schedule received, and ship date is met.

* Ensure planned ship date aligns with production needs and, if not, work with supplier to improve delivery.

* Follow-up with email correspondence in an organized and timely fashion

* Manages Quarterly Price Adjustments and maintain Outline Agreements

* Placing Po's

* Expediting

* Work with Category Management

* Ensure Master Data is accurate

* Invoice resolution

* Logistic bookings and follow up where required

* Support plants that are assigned

* Other tasks as assigned.

About MARS Solutions Group:

MARS Solutions Group is an IT staffing firm with access to a wide variety of jobs at various clients across the country. We operate with the consultant's best interests in mind and align them with roles that match their skills, aspirations, and interests. MARS values our relationships with consultants. Therefore, we will stay in touch throughout the duration of the contract to ensure the job is going well and that the role meets their career development needs.