Purchasing Specialist 3+ Years Experience

We are looking for a highly motivated Purchasing Specialist to manage our company's procurement activities.

Responsibilities include sourcing new suppliers, managing current suppliers, ensuring that the purchased products and materials meet specific technical specifications, negotiating terms, and evaluating supplier performance. This role will also be responsible for ensuring timely deliveries and resolving any supply issues or discrepancies.

To be successful in the Purchasing Specialist role, you should be able to develop efficient procurement solutions and support Operations with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies. Ultimately, an outstanding candidate should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, be an analytical thinker, and demonstrate good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.

Purchasing Specialist Responsibilities:

• Researching and identifying prospective suppliers.
• Liaising with internal team members and maintaining strong supplier relations.
• Evaluating products and suppliers according to key business criteria.
• Preparing proposals, requesting quotes, and negotiating purchase terms and conditions.
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders and agreements.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving issues and concerns.
• Inspecting and evaluating the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings.
• Analyzing industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Preparing reports and maintaining accurate inventory and procurement record.
• Complying with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Purchasing Specialist Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 3 years of experience in a purchasing role or similar role.
• Bachelors degree preferred but not necessary
• CPM or APICS certification helpful.
• Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with ERP software, purchasing, and resource planning systems. (Epicor beneficial)
• Team player with strong organizational skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• APICS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000