Procurement Specialist
美国
Your role
The procurement specialist supports the procurement team by assisting in the sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of goods and services required by the organization. This role is responsible for maintaining supplier relationships, ensuring timely order fulfillment, and contributing to cost-saving initiatives.
Your responsibilities
- Create, issue, and track purchase orders based on approved requisitions
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and services in line with production schedules
- Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, lead times, and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain positive relationships with vendors to support long-term procurement goals
- Assist in sourcing cost-effective suppliers while maintaining quality standards
- Support cost-saving initiatives and track procurement spend against budgets
- Maintain accurate records in ERP
- Update supplier information, pricing, and delivery dates as needed
- Generate reports on purchasing activities, supplier performance, and cost trends
- Identify areas for improvement in procurement processes
- Work closely with departments such as production, logistics, finance, and quality assurance
- Address and resolve issues related to delivery delays, quality concerns, or invoice discrepancies
Skills
Interpersonal skills
- Clear and professional communication (written and verbal)
- Ability to negotiate with vendors and suppliers
- Team-oriented with good collaboration skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Customer service mindset
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems or processes
Technical skills / Special requirements
- Basic understanding of procurement processes and supply chain principles
- Familiarity with ERP systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office tools
- Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, contracts, and specifications
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple suppliers/orders
- Basic cost analysis and budgeting skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints is a plus
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field (internships included)
- CPIM / APICS / PMP certification is a plus
What we offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Life insurance for employees / dependents
- Short and long term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) savings plan with company match and profit share
- Paid time off and holidays