Job Description

PURPOSE

Under general supervision procures products, materials, and services to ensure adequate stock to meet sales demands. Maintains on-going relationships with suppliers by securing bids and placing purchase orders. Expedites orders to meet production and/or customer needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery date.

2.Negotiates prices and terms with vendors/suppliers within budgetary limitations and scope of authority following company purchasing policies and procedures.

3.Implements inventory control strategies as set forth by the company, including management of inventory turns, GM/ROI by major product lines, and physical inventory requirements.

4.Conducts competitive price comparisons by keeping abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise.

5.Identifies overstock items and looks for ways to reduce quantities that are beneficial to the company.

6.Communicates regularly with Sales Team to identify correct materials are needed.

7.Negotiates settlements on rejected or defective items.

8.Assists sales department with location of specialty items, price, and availability of products, freight/carrier information, order status, and timely processing of orders.

9.Provides feedback on pricing of items based on established pricing strategies.

10.Responsible for inventory replenishment duties by monitoring inventory levels and generating purchase orders in accordance with replenishment guidelines.

11.Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.

12.Maintain Non-Stock materials list.

13.Process inventory/production work orders and ensure correct materials are being utilized.

15.Other duties may be assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of material management and procurement function
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and technical skills
• Ability to use tact and skill in dealing with other teams, management, and vendors
• Ability to compose effective and efficient accounting reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise resource planning (ERP) program

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The work environment and physical activity described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is in an office and warehouse setting with physical effort associated with using a computer, and conducting physical material counts which involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds.