The Opportunity:Seeking a proactive and strategic Purchasing Specialist to lead sourcing initiatives, vendor management, contract negotiations, and inventory oversight. This role focuses on reducing total operational costs, optimizing stock levels, improving supplier performance, and driving overall procurement excellence. What You'll Be Doing:Lead supplier contract negotiations to secure favorable terms
Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are met
Monitor market trends, pricing, and lead times to inform purchasing strategies
Negotiate vendor return agreements, including restocking fees
Conduct supplier performance reviews and identify cost-saving opportunities
Manage outsourcing procurement, scheduling, and vendor relationships
Ensure accurate and timely creation of purchase orders and pricing updates
Collaborate with production and planning teams to meet inventory and shipping deadlines
Resolve order discrepancies, damaged goods, and shipment variances
Manage procurement activities, including issuing RFPsSupport facilities management by coordinating contract services (e.g., plant maintenance, cleaning)Maintain accurate inventory records, track stock movement, and identify slow-moving or obsolete items
Oversee physical inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring reconciliation and reporting of discrepancies
Ensure adherence to purchasing policies, inventory control procedures, and safety practices
What You'll Need To Be Successful:Proven experience in procurement or purchasing management
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
Sharp problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability
High level of accountability and ownership
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to negotiate effectively and build collaborative vendor relationships
Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management best practices
Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment
