Posted August 22, 2026
Procurement Specialist
Robert Half
Bowling Green, KY, US
Full Time
16.63USD - 19.25USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support a machinery manufacturing operation in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a candidate who can analyze purchasing data, evaluate material costs, and help improve procurement efficiency. The role requires strong Excel capabilities, including Pivot Tables, along with prior experience working with bills of materials and supplier-related purchasing activities.
Responsibilities:
• Review bills of materials to verify item details, pricing accuracy, and purchasing requirements.
• Analyze procurement data in Excel using Pivot Tables and other reporting tools to identify cost trends and purchasing insights.
• Create, process, and monitor purchase orders to help maintain timely delivery of materials and components.
• Compare supplier pricing, lead times, and terms to support cost-effective buying decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to confirm material needs, specifications, and order priorities for production support.
• Assist with contract and vendor-related documentation to ensure purchasing activities align with company requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and update information within SyteLine ERP systems.
• Support ongoing procurement operations by identifying opportunities to streamline buying processes and improve data accuracy.• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including hands-on experience building and using Pivot Tables for data analysis.
• Previous experience working with bills of materials and conducting cost comparisons for materials or components.
• Knowledge of corporate procurement practices, purchase order processing, and standard buying procedures.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations, contract-related activities, or vendor management processes.
• Familiarity with SyteLine or Syteline ERP systems for procurement transactions and recordkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Responsibilities:
• Review bills of materials to verify item details, pricing accuracy, and purchasing requirements.
• Analyze procurement data in Excel using Pivot Tables and other reporting tools to identify cost trends and purchasing insights.
• Create, process, and monitor purchase orders to help maintain timely delivery of materials and components.
• Compare supplier pricing, lead times, and terms to support cost-effective buying decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to confirm material needs, specifications, and order priorities for production support.
• Assist with contract and vendor-related documentation to ensure purchasing activities align with company requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and update information within SyteLine ERP systems.
• Support ongoing procurement operations by identifying opportunities to streamline buying processes and improve data accuracy.• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including hands-on experience building and using Pivot Tables for data analysis.
• Previous experience working with bills of materials and conducting cost comparisons for materials or components.
• Knowledge of corporate procurement practices, purchase order processing, and standard buying procedures.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations, contract-related activities, or vendor management processes.
• Familiarity with SyteLine or Syteline ERP systems for procurement transactions and recordkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
