Skip to main content

Purchasing Specialist at Xylem

Pricing Companies Market Trends For Employers FAQ Sign in

Purchasing Specialist

External

Xylem · Bridgeport, NJ

$75K–$85K/yrFull-timeOn-siteToday

ComplianceData AnalysisExcelSAP

Cover Letter Connect

Prepare for this interview

AI-generated questions, company research, and talking points tailored to this role

Responsibilities

Execute purchase order (PO) creation, updates, and maintenance to support production and operational requirements.
Collaborate with materials, operations, and procurement teams to ensure alignment on demand, priorities, and delivery expectations.
Engage with suppliers to confirm order status, pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.

© 2026 Hiro by Mistiq

Privacy Terms FAQ Employer FAQ Support

Monitor and manage open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve discrepancies.

Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and support accurate three-way matching processes.

Maintain accurate purchasing data within ERP systems, ensuring integrity of pricing, lead times, and supplier information.

Support continuous improvement of purchasing processes, workflows, and system utilization.

Identify and escalate supply risks, delays, or shortages that could impact operations.

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and controls.

Generate and provide regular updates and reporting on purchasing metrics and order status.

Partner with procurement to support sourcing initiatives and supplier performance management as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with SAP S/4HANA and Coupa is strongly preferred .
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in transactional processes.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams and suppliers.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process efficiency and execution.
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
#LI-TM1

Benefits

Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Parental leave

Additional Information

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support day-to-day purchasing operations by ensuring timely and accurate execution of purchasing activities. This role will partner closely with materials, operations, and procurement teams to drive purchasing efficiency, maintain system accuracy, and support supplier engagement. The ideal candidate will focus on transactional excellence, process adherence, and continuous improvement within the procure-to-pay cycle.

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at Xylem? Share your experience

Interested in this role?

Apply on the company's website.

Cover Letter Connect