Company DescriptionSGS is the world leader in inspection, verification, testing, training, and certification, recognized for its quality and integrity, with more than 95,000 employees and 2,400 offices and laboratories worldwide.Within its structure, GBS Americas operates as the regional shared services center, responsible for optimizing and standardizing key processes such as finance, human resources, procurement, and technology, providing strategic support while promoting efficiency and digital transformation across the region.Job DescriptionThe Purchasing Agent is responsible for acquiring location requirements and verifying, preparing, and submitting purchase orders; communicating with suppliers; validating the receipt of goods/services; and resolving payment-related issues.Specific ResponsibilitiesComplies at all times with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.Verifies material/service requirements by location and creates requests using the best pricing and suppliers,



clarifying unclear items and recommending alternatives.Sources available products to find the best combination of quality, price, and delivery.Follows up on purchase orders by verifying products/services, expected delivery times, and pricing; obtains supplier recommendations for substitute items and cross-checks with the requesting department.Schedules optimal delivery and monitors and expedites orders when necessary.Verifies receipt of items by comparing received goods against purchase orders; resolves shipment discrepancies and issues with suppliers and/or carriers.Verifies invoices and payments with suppliers and cross-functional teams.Creates purchase orders based on supplier invoices.Supports purchasing and organizational objectives by completing assigned tasks and achieving desired results as needed.Collects, analyzes, and summarizes data and trends.Maintains detailed and accurate information accessible in SharePoint for management review.Maintains and updates job knowledge by

📌 Senior Procurement Analyst GBS FSSC (Bogotá)
🏢 SGS
📍 Bogotá