Purchasing Specialist
$70,000–$80,000 year
On-site · Clifton Park, New York, United States
Job Summary
Purchasing Specialist responsible for proactive management of procurement and production on warehouse shop activities, including on-time purchasing, expediting, and assembly preparation. Duties include creating and placing purchase orders, supplier follow-up to ensure receipt and accuracy, expediting shipments, maintaining stock levels, managing shop order paperwork and schedules, preparing shop order data for assemblers, conducting data analysis and reporting on purchasing and quality trends, participating in the Quality Management System, maintaining instructions and training materials, communicating market conditions to appropriate personnel, supporting cross-functional teams, and participating in the company’s safety and continuous improvement initiatives. Requires experience coordinating with suppliers, familiarity with Salesforce or Oracle, strong MS Office skills, excellent written/verbal communication, organizational acumen, problem solving, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Minimum 3 years customer service-related experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Starting salary between $70,000-$80,000 depending on experience. Must be able to work in the United States.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
- Minimum of 3 years customer service -related experience
- Experience coordinating with suppliers and carriers
- Experience working with Salesforce or Oracle preferred
- Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Demonstrated written/verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills
- Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and move between activities that require immediate response
- Ability to be self-directed and contribute to a high performing work team while being team and goal oriented
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with functional stakeholders
- Motivated and positive team player
- Attention to detail and accuracy is critical. Must have the ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements
- Must be able to function in a fast-paced, demanding, ever-changing environment
- Well-developed conflict management skills
- Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills while deploying sound judgement
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
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