SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognised as the integral benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for acquiring requirements by location and verifying, preparing, and issuing purchase orders; communicating with suppliers; validating the receipt of goods/services; and resolving payment issues.

Specific Responsibilities

Always comply with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
Verify material/service needs by location and create requisitions using the best price and supplier, clarifying unclear items and recommending alternatives.
Source available products to identify the best combination of quality, price, and delivery.
Follow up on purchase orders by verifying product/service, estimated time of arrival, and price; obtain supplier recommendations for substitute items and perform cross-checks with the specified department.




Schedule optimal delivery and monitor and expedite orders when necessary.
Verify receipt of goods by comparing received items against purchase orders; resolve shipment issues and errors with suppliers and/or carriers.
Verify invoices and payments with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Create purchase orders based on supplier invoices.
Fulfill procurement mission and organizational goals by delivering the required outcomes as needed.
Collect, analyze, and summarize data and trends.
Maintain detailed and accurate information accessible in SharePoint for management.
Participate in and update job knowledge through educational opportunities.
Participate in special projects, additional tasks, or professional training, education, or development as required.
Build trust by responding promptly to all inquiries, whether by phone or email.
Promote a positive attitude and a safe working environment.
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📌 Senior Procurement Analyst GBS FSSC (Bogotá)
🏢 SGS
📍 Bogotá