Job Description

Responsibilites

• Purchase raw materials such as yarn, wool, nylon, polyester, polypropylene, acrylic, and other carpet fibers.
• Source and purchase backing materials, latex, adhesives, dyes, chemicals, padding, and finishing materials.
• Purchase packaging materials including rolls, cartons, plastic wrap, labels, pallets, and shipping supplies.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors for pricing, quality, lead times, and payment terms.
• Create and manage purchase orders (POs) and ensure orders are delivered according to production requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent material shortages or production delays.
• Work closely with Production, Warehouse, Quality Control, Sales, and Accounting departments to determine purchasing needs.
• Compare supplier quotes and conduct cost analysis to obtain the best overall value.
• Track delivery schedules, backorders, shortages, and damaged or incorrect materials and resolve issues with vendors.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and negotiate contracts, pricing, discounts, and delivery terms.
• Inspect or coordinate inspection of incoming materials to ensure they meet quality specifications and manufacturing standards.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor information, pricing, purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice, pricing, and quantity discrepancies.
• Monitor market conditions and identify alternative suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure purchased materials meet company specifications and are available in time to support carpet/rug production schedules.
• Use ERP/MRP systems, inventory management software, and Microsoft Excel to manage purchasing and material requirements.

Who have experience in Purchasing or Buying a Coordinator or associate or procurement or buyer.