Procurement Specialist

The individual in this position reports to the Procurement Manager and is responsible for executing all aspects of purchasing functions for the company with a strong emphasis on cost savings. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
• Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier and date commodity is needed.
• Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity.
• Investigates and / or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.
• Advises team members or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.
• Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.
• Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
• Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute commodity in a cost effective manner.
• Manages excess inventory as well as discontinued and nonstock inventory.
• Perform returns.
• Perform other tasks as assigned
• Experience in supply chain management preferred
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Excel
• Logistics and traffic background a plus

Education and / or Experience : Associate degree in related field or equivalent combination of education, experience and training