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Sr. Purchasing Specialist
Garelick Farms —Rensselaer, NY
- $27 - $29 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- English
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Accenture —Albany, NY
- $59,100 - $205,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Fabcon Precast —Selkirk, NY
- $28 - $38 an hour
- Overtime
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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NECI —Clifton Park, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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DXP Enterprises, Inc. —Waterford, NY
- $40,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Sr. Purchasing Specialist

Garelick Farms -
Rensselaer, NY

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Job Details

$27 - $29 an hour

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Computer operation
Writing skills
Efficiency improvement
Process improvement
English
High school diploma or GED
Desktop applications
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Productivity software
Purchasing management systems (technically supported)

Full Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE
Perform all phases of order/purchasing activities with a limited degree of supervision. Acquire materials, supplies, and
services and place purchase orders for goods that have standard costs and quoted discounts already in place. Check
and process purchase orders/requisitions; review information to ensure it is complete, accurate, and that order
parameters are clear and understood. Monitor systems to determine purchasing requirements. Review opportunities for
new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. Demonstrate full proficiency with purchasing activities, ensure
good purchasing practices, and function as a resource for team members with less experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and review requests and assist with payables, purchase orders, and invoices
Contact management or department representatives to clarify or obtain additional information
Maintain inventory items at predetermined levels to serve operations and administration
Maintain organizational flow of stockroom, parts, and supplies to aid in locating supplies and eliminate ordering

unnecessary supplies

Coordinate and perform cycle counts on inventory
Monitor and report results for monthly tracking
Determine whether products have been received, receive and review accompanying documents, and forward to

appropriate accounting group for payment processing

Establish, develop, and maintain positive vendor relationships and educate vendors regarding company

purchasing policies and procedures

Research products and services, obtain accurate and complete price and delivery information, and determine

best source for various purchases based on price and availability

May negotiate pricing (to be reviewed by supervisor); look for ways to minimize costs (e.g., consolidate

purchase orders to minimize freight costs) and present to supervisor

Research equipment and supplies for non-stock item purchases
Purchase non-inventoried items/supplies and maintain monthly records for corporate
Track status of orders and report delivery issues to affected management
Respond to requests for emergency orders, and contact vendors to expedite orders when necessary
Identify problems and issues, such as poor product quality and quantity shortages, communicate with vendors,

and follow through to ensure problems are addressed

Respond to, investigate, and resolve purchasing-related inquiries, concerns, complaints, and problems
Create, compile, and maintain necessary documents for internal and external individuals (e.g., management,

accounting, auditors)

Communicate purchase order procedures, changes, and directives to staff in order to ensure the smooth and

accurate flow of information

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,

but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as require

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent
2 to 4 years of purchasing or related experience
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
Skill in proficient computer usage
Strong organization and planning skills
Good negotiation skills
Able to provide solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice

and existing precedents or procedures

Able to use discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiency
Able to make decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information or under tight deadlines
Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
Able to work independently under limited supervision
Able to adapt and manage change effectively
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: 27-29

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