Contract BUYER opportunity at a highly regarded firm at locations in Mayfield, OH, Milwaukee, WI and Cleveland, OH metros. Projected 6-month assignment. Local candidates. Prefer SAP and Six Sigma experience. Responsibilities Assist in purchasing raw materials, tools, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies, ensuring the meeting of quality, delivery, and specification requirements at the lowest possible cost Source new suppliers, negotiate prices, analyze trends, expedite orders when necessary, and approve payments Assist in the analysis of vendor operations to determine factors that affect prices, and determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and schedule requirements Requirements BS /BA Degree or strong compensating experience including 'a plus' skills listed below A PLUS to have (a) SAP knowledge and experience and (b) Lean Six Sigma certification Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Benefits Salary in rage shown based on overall relevant qualifications, extent of 'a plus' skills listed above, and education Contractor Benefits Local candidates