Purchasing Specialist

Description

About the Company

As a life science company and a leading supplier to global research markets, we offer a comprehensive product portfolio along with outstanding hands-on customer service to ensure every laboratory has the tools and support they need. Our markets include pharmaceutical and biotechnology businesses, research institutions, hospitals, reference labs, and more.

Be part of making a difference

At Genesee, we believe we can help improve our communities and transform the world through science. Our shared desire to make a difference is what drives and inspires us. We are a fast-growing, dynamic team that listens to each other and embraces collaboration. We foster an open, friendly work environment and show up for one another every day.

Role: Purchasing Specialist

Reports to: Manager, Purchasing & Analytics

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Raleigh, NC

Why this role is important at Genesee Scientific?

This role is responsible for the execution of established Purchasing strategies and procedures. A primary function includes planning and coordinating purchase from suppliers to multiple distribution centers. The role will work with stakeholders across functional boundaries to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and operation performance related to the procurement of inventory.

What will you do: Execute daily purchasing and inventory activities to ensure product availability across distribution centers

• Maintain inventory levels at established reorder points to support timely order fulfillment and service standards
• Create and process purchase orders with approved vendors and suppliers
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and support vendor performance tracking and communication
• Collaborate with Product Management on demand planning, product lifecycle updates, and forecast alignment
• Support new product launches by onboarding vendors and establishing stocking plans
• Coordinate inbound deliveries and scheduling with warehouse teams to ensure accurate receiving and put-away
• Monitor slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory and partner with Warehouse and Finance on appropriate disposition
• Identify and communicate potential supply risks, delays, or shortages proactively
• Research and resolve pricing, invoice, SKU, and packing list discrepancies with cross-functional teams
• Maintain organized, compliant purchasing and inventory documentation in accordance with company standards
• Support tracking and reporting of key distribution and inventory performance indicators
  
  

Requirements

What you will bring:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of related experience in inventory planning and control
• Must have a general understanding of inventory planning and control concepts and principles and a working knowledge of computer-based manufacturing systems and MRP
• Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify and analyze issues and interpret data
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of internal employees and external vendors and to accurately document and report
• Desire to work as part of a team, but also able to work independently and solve problems quickly.
• Basic computer operations with familiarity in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Teams, and ERP software preferred.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Works efficiently within deadlines.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Primarily sedentary work in a climate-controlled office environment
• Regularly sit for extended periods, with occasional standing, walking, and lifting of up to 10 pounds
  
  

At Genesee Scientific, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Training and professional growth initiatives, including comprehensive onboarding programs for new team members
• We provide financial well-being with competitive compensation packages and 401 (k) retirement savings plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance programs
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and 12 holidays
  
  

Starting Rate: $20.00/hr. (salary may increase based on experience)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Employment offers are subject to successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Genesee Scientific is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.