Job Description
Procurement Specialist - Contingent Worker
Reading, PA
2 DAYS AGO
22626882
Summary
Reading, PA
In-Person
Competitive Salary
2 Years Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time
Description Procurement Specialist - contingent worker The Procurement Specialist supports Global Procurement operations by executing transactional sourcing and procurement activities, ensuring timely conversion of requisitions to purchase orders, maintaining data integrity, and enabling uninterrupted supply to manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support cost, service, and working capital objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage requisition backlog, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with Procurement policies
Convert approved requisitions into purchase orders in a timely and compliant manner
Expedite purchase orders to support production and operational requirements across all sites
Coordinate logistics and delivery schedules to ensure continuity of supply
Resolve invoice, receipt, and pricing discrepancies in collaboration with AP, suppliers, and stakeholders
Maintain accurate supplier records and purchase order data within SAP and legacy systems
Support master data governance, including material, supplier, and pricing updates
Track and report procurement savings and cost avoidance initiatives
Ensure compliance with Procurement policies, controls, and audit requirements
Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned Skills & Competencies:
Technical / Practical Knowledge Understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) processes
Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Basic understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management Planning, Organizing & Execution Ability to manage high-volume transactional workload with accuracy and speed
Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and data accuracy Communication & Influencing Effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers
Ability to resolve issues collaboratively and drive timely outcomes
Customer-service mindset with strong follow-up discipline Education and/or Training:
High School Diploma required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Finance or related field preferred Relevant Work Experience:
2+ years of procurement, supply chain or related experience preferred
Experience in manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
SAP or ERP system experience preferred Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees. Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams APPLY ON EMPLOYER'S WEBSITE
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