Purchasing Specialist
Alloy Engineering Co
Berea, OH
- Full-Time
Job Description
Company Info
Job Description
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
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
How can the hiring manager reach you?
You Already Have an Account
We're sending an email you can use to verify and access your account.
If you know your password, you can go to the sign in page.