Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Contract SpecialistJob Description
We are seeking a Contract Specialist to support our operations from March 30, 2026, to September 29, 2026. This role is based in Lake County, Illinois, and requires a dedicated professional to handle warehouse office duties, including receiving, quarantining, and processing customer order documents. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the timely creation of purchase orders and managing transactions using SRM and SRP systems.
Responsibilities
- Create, process, and manage requisitions in SRM S/4HANA to ensure timely creation of purchase orders.
- Ensure shopping carts/requisitions include the required documentation.
- Process order receipts.
- Confirm shipments in EWM.
- File shipment documentation and perform file and records management activities according to company policy.
- Manage shipment inquiries as needed.
- Track temperature-sensitive or other critical shipments with carriers.
- Receive and perform other daily work assignments from the group leader or manager.
- Provide general office support as needed.
- Read and understand Business Operating Procedures related to job responsibilities.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma required; two or more years of college, business school, or equivalent job experience is desired.
- Experience with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Basic knowledge of the purchasing process (e.g., purchasing policies and procedures, S4HANA/SRM, and vendor management).
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multi-task and effectively manage workload.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- SAP experience is a plus, but not required as training can be provided.
- Experience in purchasing, materials management, records retention, or document archiving is preferred.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Work Environment
The role is 100% onsite in a warehouse office environment, including archiving in a records room that is part of the warehouse. The work schedule is from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. All visitors must be equipped with appropriate safety attire before entering the warehouse floor. This position requires a strong commitment to safety and compliance with company policies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of North Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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