Summary:

This role is responsible for managing the procurement process and sourcing, negotiating and purchasing goods and services for the organization. Work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective procurement.

Essential Functions: Purchases materials, parts, supplies, and services - optimizing cost, delivery, and terms. Secures pricing and availability and rectifies discrepant invoices. Negotiates pricing and actively works on cost reduction activities for expense, supply, production, service items and some raw materials. Analyzes and selects suppliers, issues purchase orders, follows up and expedites orders as necessary, and sets up new suppliers and material data. Monitors storeroom stocks, initiates orders within established guidelines and sets up and adjusts re-order points as needed. Reviews requisitions for proper authorization and assigns appropriate tax rates. Coordinates non-conforming materials, follows freight procedures, and communicates manufacturing/scheduling delays. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree. 2+ years experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain. Proficiency in using procurement software and systems.