JOB SUMMARY:

Work with Purchasing Director and Manager to ensure and maintain a cost effective, reliable, continuous flow of high-quality materials, equipment, supplies and services to support the GCG operations.

JOB DUTIES:

• Work closely with vendors and internal customers Identify purchasing needs
• Collaborate with other departments to determine optimal inventory levels/delivery schedules
• Utilize Microsoft NAV for forecasting and planning materials and goods
• Manage inventory levels, obsolete product, recycling programs
• Anticipate possible supply shortages & create strategy to rectify
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure best pricing and delivery, and support resolution of performance and delivery issues
• Perform day to day purchase activities including but not limited to processing requisitions, issuing purchase orders, obtaining vendor confirmations, verifying promise dates, and confirming product.
• Review and maintain quotes and acknowledgements
• Develop an efficient and accurate system for monitoring open purchase orders
• Create and maintain ERP data/pricing MRP configuration
• Coordinate logistics – GCG pick-ups / follow-ups and expediting
• Work with inventory management team to ensure all deliveries satisfy purchase order
• Reconcile invoice and accounts payable transactions
• Create and publish inventory and PO reports as requested
• Cross train with other buyers for back up coverage
• Special projects and duties as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of purchasing or related experience preferred
• Purchasing or supply chain certifications a plus
• International business, purchasing, import and customs experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook are required
• ERP Experience required - Microsoft NAV a plus
• Inventory/warehouse experience a plus
• Display superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact well with vendors, office staff, warehouse staff and all facets of operations
• Must display initiative and ability to self-manage
• Must possess excellent planning and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Detail orientated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations