Purchasing Administrator
On-siteNampa, Idaho, United States
Job Summary
Purchasing Administrator role supporting manufacturing operations in Nampa, ID. Responsible for end-to-end procurement activities (requisitions, purchase orders, supplier coordination in Encompix), supplier qualification and negotiations, RFQs, and cost-quality-delivery optimization. Manages supplier performance (quality, delivery, responsiveness), handles non-conforming material returns, and collaborates on continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives. Oversees inventory and material management including min/max levels, Kanban, and alignment with production demand; supports material forecasting and production scheduling; maintains ERP data integrity (item master, lead times, pricing). Partners with engineering, quality, production, and accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies and support month-end close. Utilizes Excel and Power BI to analyze purchasing trends, inventory levels, and supplier performance, generating reports to drive informed decisions. Acts as ERP (Encompix) subject matter resource for system usage and optimization; performs other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications
- 0-3 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power BI preferred)
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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