Jr Procurement Specialist

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Junior Procurement Specialist supports the purchasing department by assisting with supplier coordination, purchase order processing, and vendor onboarding. This role focuses on smaller-scale procurement activities, including spot buys, identifying best-cost options, managing promotional item purchases, and supporting routine sourcing initiatives.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Assist with creating and processing purchase orders in line with company policies
• Support Procurement Specialist, Senior Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Supervisor, and Purchasing Manager with sourcing, vendor communication, and price comparisons
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier data
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding any project they may need assistance with
• Support end- to end sourcing projects for a variety of products and services
• Support the Ariba vendor onboarding program, review that the requests coming through are detailed and includes the appropriate credentials for onboarding
• Process SAP invoices for the department including those of Corporate Fleet and Parts
• Manage the requests for new hires who require access to the various webstores
• Ability to assist new hires via Teams or in person with the various applications such as webstores, SAP, and Ariba
• Help evaluate supplier performance (pricing, quality, delivery)
• Support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives within the buying function
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Good communication and negotiation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self motivated and capable of working independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Windows applications, Microsoft Excel, Teams and Outlook

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• 2 years of experience in purchasing
• Basic understanding and knowledge of procurement and inventory principles
• Proficient in SAP and Ariba

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
• Rarely working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Rarely working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Frequently sitting
• Occasionally standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.