Description
Summary: The Purchasing Specialist will be a critical member of the Purchasing Team and will support the Manager and Senior Buyer. The Purchasing Specialist will work in a high volume, collaborative team environment, interfacing with multiple departments across the organization
Reports to: Purchasing Manager
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Functions:
- ERP Administration – Enter Supplier Solicitations, Purchase Orders, and provide timely maintenance and updates.
- Manage and develop RFQ process in conjunction with sales department
- Develop and maintain existing sourcing database
- Find and develop new suppliers for materials and services (including MRO)
- Negotiating price, quantity, and delivery schedules with suppliers
- Supports the entire organization with management of MRO process
- Generating quote comparisons and contributing to internal supplier selection based on quotes
- Providing solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing
- Participates in all assigned projects and cost reduction / process improvement events.
- Interacts effectively with manufacturing, engineering, finance, and other business teams
Requirements
Competencies and Attributes Needed:
- Procurement experience
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Strong research and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail for data review and entry
- Knowledge of fabrication and machining prints
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations, ERP systems
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office with an intermediate knowledge of Excel
- Strong problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements:
- Sit, stand, climb stairs daily
- Lift at least 25 pounds infrequently
Growth Opportunities:
- Proficiency in above basic skills.
- Desire to learn more and take on responsibility
- Learning …
Future Advancement:
- Involvement in safety, cost-saving, or culture committees
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Disability / Vets