POSITION OVERVIEW The Procurement Specialist plays a crucial role in our organization by managing the purchasing activities and ensuring that we acquire the best products and services at the most competitive prices. This position requires a blend of analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and the desire to multitask in a face-paced team environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for placing purchase orders, maintaining vendor relationships, establishing procurement plans, and ensuring compliance with company policies. This role offers an opportunity to work across various departments, liaise with external suppliers, and contribute to the organization's overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, Send, and Confirm Purchase Orders
• Resolve Discrepancies and Expedite Purchase Orders as needed
• Identify potential suppliers and evaluate their offerings in terms of quality, price, and delivery speed
• Ensure product returns are done in a timely manner
• Procure products in a timely manner, considering product lead times and company cash-flow
• Negotiate with contractors on price, mode of shipping, and delivery time
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet organizational needs
• Work closely with production and engineering to ascertain supply availability and pricing
• Conduct research to identify new products and services that could enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain and update a database of approved suppliers
• Track and manage inventory levels to ensure timely replenishment
• Collaborate with various departments to forecast procurement needs
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
• Prepare and process purchase orders and requisitions
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues or discrepancies
• Analyze procurement data and generate reports for management review as needed
• Communicate effectively with internal & external customers, coworkers, and leadership
• Optimize procurement costs by analyzing total cost to company when evaluating buy options

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Experience with ERP (Epicor / SAP) software systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with procurement best practices and industry standards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Ability to analyze complex data and generate actionable insights
• Proficient in data analysis and supply chain management tools
• Salesforce Experience
• 1+ Years in a Manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

This position is available as a remote/hybrid position for the right candidate. The expectation is that the candidate spends any necessary time on site to work with members of the company on projects/initiatives, to be determined by managers. For a hybrid/remote candidate, a laptop and headset will be provisioned.

We celebrate an inclusive environment and provide equal opportunity for development and advancement. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or uniform service member, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and/or local law.