BUYER

Buyer - Puerto Rico, San Juan - 6 Months Contract We are recruiting on behalf of a leading global pharmaceutical client based in the surroundings of San Juan.
Due to a large capital investment and multiple projects on site, the client is looking for a Buyer to join their team.
Responsibilities include.
Request supplier quotations and seeks approval from the area leader Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers and contractors to drive cost savings and overall value.
Create and manage purchase orders in SAP, Ariba and P-Card following local procedures Expedite orders and provide regular updates on delivery status and outstanding actions.
Coordinate the vendor onboarding process in SAP and Ariba in accordance with internal procedures.
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, vendor documentation, and any related procurement files.
Perform on time reconciliations Support purchase order tracking and management within SAP.
Provide backup coverage for Administrative Assistant role as needed   Key requirements include.
Requires extensive experience in procurement or buying, preferably within a pharmaceutical environment.
Strong organisational and administrative skills with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic, fast- paced setting.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
Experience using SAP and Ariba is strongly preferred.
Previous experience supporting large capital projects is an advantage.
A self-starter with a customer-focused mindset and strong sense of teamwork.
Skilled in budgeting, scheduling (e.
., MS Project, Primavera), risk management, and construction quality control.
Ability to work in fast-paced, regulated environments with multiple stakeholders.
Strong communication and leadership abilities CPM scheduling skills.
Excellent planning, coordinating, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrate high integrity, strong sense of ownership, and leadership.
Goal-oriented, result-driven, sense of urgency, eager to learn, and attention to details.
If this role is of interest, please apply now! #LI-KS1