Purchasing Administrator

Description

Position Summary 

As a Purchasing Administrator at Pacific Netting Products, you will play a pivotal role in managing the procurement process to ensure efficient sourcing, negotiation, and delivery of materials essential for our manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective purchasing practices. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

•  Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers/vendors based on quality, price, delivery, and reliability criteria. Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimize costs while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability.
•  Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers/vendors. Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to secure favorable terms and conditions. Continuously evaluate supplier performance and address any issues promptly.
•  Procurement Operations: Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase requisition to payment authorization. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of materials to support manufacturing schedules.
•  Contract Management: Manage supplier contracts, including renewals, amendments, and terminations. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company policies. Identify opportunities for contract consolidation and optimization.
•  Inventory Management: Work closely with inventory management teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and minimize stock outs. Develop and implement inventory control measures to reduce excess inventory and carrying costs.
•  Procurement Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, systems, and efficiency. Implement best practices and industry standards to optimize procurement performance and deliver measurable results.
•  Administrative Operations: Perform other admin related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

•  Experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
•  Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
•  Proven negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable terms and pricing agreements.
•  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
•  Experience with ERP & MRP software, particularly with SAP B1 and Microsoft Office suite.
•  Strong analytical, negotiating and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

•  Detail-oriented, ambitious problem-solver who is self-directed and team-oriented.
•  Possesses flexibility and excels in working well with diverse personalities under pressure.
•  Demonstrates accountability by taking responsibility for actions, keeping commitments, and completing tasks on time or communicating alternate plans.
•  Adheres to safety and security procedures, promptly reports potentially unsafe conditions, and utilizes equipment and materials properly.
•  Prioritizes and plans work activities effectively to meet deadlines, demonstrating efficient time management skills.
•  Balances team and individual responsibilities, actively participates in giving and receiving feedback, fosters a positive team spirit, and supports colleagues' efforts for success while treating everyone with respect and consideration.
•  Works efficiently and accurately, seeking opportunities for process improvement and promoting the effectiveness of fabrication operations. Conducts self-audits to ensure quality and accuracy, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, and striving to enhance productivity.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sedentary: This position involves occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force; and regularly exerting a negligible amount of force to move object, lifting, or carrying articles like project files and small tools. Regularly required to sit and work with a computer for extended periods, occasionally required to stand or walk for brief periods. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequent talking, hearing, and seeing with close visual acuity are required. The work environment is primarily an office setting with low noise levels; However, this position may occasionally require an individual to be exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes/airborne particles.

Benefits

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off