Purchasing Specialist

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