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Overview The Procurement Specialist role supports the Supply Chain department by processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, communicating with suppliers, and monitoring orders through delivery. This position helps ensure that materials, supplies, and services are purchased accurately, cost-effectively, and in accordance with company policies. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with suppliers, internal departments, inventory systems, and purchasing documentation. Responsibilities Create, review, and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Verify item descriptions, quantities, pricing, delivery dates, payment terms, and approval requirements. Submit purchase orders to approved suppliers and confirm receipt. Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late, incomplete, or incorrect deliveries. Communicate order status and potential supply issues to internal stakeholders. Request quotations and assist with comparing supplier pricing, availability, lead times, and terms. Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, purchase order, and contract information in the company's ERP or purchasing system. Coordinate with Receiving, Inventory Control, Operations, Finance, and other departments to resolve purchasing discrepancies. Assist Accounts Payable with invoice, purchase order, and receiving-document discrepancies. Maintain organized electronic and physical procurement records. Support supplier onboarding by collecting required documentation and entering approved supplier information. Assist with monitoring inventory levels and replenishment requirements. Track supplier performance information, including delivery, quality, responsiveness, and order accuracy. Help identify opportunities for cost savings, order consolidation, and process improvement. Follow established purchasing policies, approval limits, and internal control procedures. Provide administrative support to the Procurement and Supply Chain teams as needed. Provide support for Supply Chain Inventory Counts as needed. Perform other related duties assigned by management. Qualifications Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required. One to two years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, inventory control, accounts payable, order processing, or administrative support preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong attention to detail and data-entry accuracy. Effective organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize multiple orders, deadlines, and supplier inquiries. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Basic understanding of purchasing and inventory-control processes. Ability to review quotations, invoices, packing slips, and purchase orders. Strong problem-solving and follow-up abilities. Ability to maintain confidential and commercially sensitive information. Professional and service-oriented approach when working with suppliers and internal departments. Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team. Computer and Systems Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word. Experience using an ERP, MRP, inventory-management, or purchasing system preferred. Experience with NetSuite by Oracle a plus. Ability to learn company-specific software and procurement procedures. Familiarity with electronic document-management and supplier-communication platforms is beneficial. Disclaimer This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications of the position. It is not intended to include every responsibility or task that may be assigned. Duties may change based on business and operational requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity Gordon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person