Purchasing Analyst

Responsibilities:Excellent employment opportunity for a Specialist, Global Innovations Site Operations in the Athens, GA area.Athens on-site daily, No remote work possible, First shift: 8:00AM to 5:00PM, 40 hours/weekSupport the Laboratory Operations Manager with regards to purchasing and systems management to ensure operational excellence in the laboratories consistent with local standard operation procedures.Ensure high standards of operational support of activities across the Athens R&D site in line with best practices and governance.Support such that R&D laboratories function efficiently and in full compliance with local and corporate regulations.At this point, no possibility to be converted to FTEExperience:College Degree preferred.Experience in purchasing systems or budget management preferred.Experience in a laboratory or production area preferred.Demonstrated ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities in a passionate, positive and professional manner.Customer service focused with strong inter-personal skills.Experience in working with cross-functional teams.Influence without authority.Ability to partner simultaneously with internal business colleagues and external consultants/experts as needed.Outstanding flexibility, adaptability and sense of accountability.Ability to represent team in a professional manner with stakeholders.