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PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

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Job Details

12 days ago

Qualifications

Communication with suppliers
Spreadsheets
Practicing in a supply chain operations role
Inventory management software
Task prioritization
Automated procurement systems
Vendor relationship management
Negotiating purchasing contracts

Full Job Description

Description:

Procurement Specialist

Position Summary:

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing materials, supplies, and services required to support manufacturing operations. This position works closely with Production, Inventory Control, Logistics, Quality, Accounting, and suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining cost efficiency, quality standards, and supplier performance. The Procurement Specialist supports strategic sourcing initiatives, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

Source raw materials, packaging, supplies, equipment, and services.
Issue purchase orders and maintain purchasing records within the ERP system.
Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries as necessary.
Maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
Coordinate material purchases based on production schedules and demand forecasts.
Review purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy.
Ensure purchased materials meet quality, pricing, and delivery expectations.
Maintain purchasing documentation and vendor files.

Supplier Management

Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
Request and evaluate supplier quotations.
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and service agreements.
Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
Assist with identifying and qualifying new suppliers.
Coordinate supplier corrective actions when necessary.

Inventory Management

Work with Inventory Control to monitor stock levels.
Review inventory reports and recommend replenishment strategies.
Assist in reducing obsolete or excess inventory.
Monitor safety stock levels.
Support cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
Coordinate emergency purchases when inventory shortages occur.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Collaborate with:

Production
Scheduling
Customer Service
Warehouse
Logistics
Accounting
Quality Assurance
Research & Development

Cost Management

Identify cost-saving opportunities.
Analyze pricing trends and market conditions.
Support annual budgeting initiatives.
Recommend alternative suppliers and materials.
Monitor purchase price variances.

ERP & Data Management

Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing information within ERP systems.
Generate purchasing reports and analyze procurement metrics.
Review purchasing data for accuracy.
Maintain electronic purchasing records and documentation.
Support implementation of purchasing system improvements.

Compliance

Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies.
Follow ethical sourcing and procurement practices.
Support ISO Quality Management System requirements.
Maintain confidentiality of supplier pricing and contracts.
Comply with all company safety policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not normally supervise employees but may assist with training new Purchasing personnel.

Requirements:

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in:

Supply Chain Management
Business Administration
Operations Management
Purchasing
Related field

Equivalent experience may be considered.

Experience

3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience.
Manufacturing experience preferred.
ERP purchasing experience required.
Experience negotiating with suppliers.
Inventory management experience preferred.

Required Skills

Strong negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills
Vendor relationship management
Organization and planning
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Time management
Microsoft Excel proficiency
ERP software experience (Dynamics GP, SalesPad, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Ability to prioritize multiple purchasing activities

Key Competencies

Accountability
Customer Focus (Internal & External)
Integrity
Collaboration
Continuous Improvement
Decision Making
Financial Awareness
Negotiation
Planning & Organization
Adaptability

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
Frequent use of office equipment.
Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to visit warehouse and production areas as needed.

Working Conditions

Office environment within a manufacturing facility.
Occasional exposure to warehouse and production environments.
May require occasional overtime to support production demands.

Performance Expectations (KPIs)

The Procurement Specialist will be evaluated on:
On-time supplier delivery performance
Material availability to support production
Purchase order accuracy
Inventory optimization
Cost savings achieved
Supplier performance improvements
Purchase price variance
ERP data accuracy
Reduction in stockouts and expedited orders
Compliance with purchasing policies and procedures

Preferred Certifications (Optional)

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
APICS/ASCM Certification
Lean or Continuous Improvement training

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