Purchaser

Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. Seeking a procurement detail oriented to manage the acquisition of materials, equipment, and external services in support of ongoing operations. This position plays a key role in coordinating with internal stakeholders and vendor partners to ensure supply continuity, cost control, and alignment with production demands. The role requires strong decision-making, vendor management, and the ability to navigate shifting priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate sources for materials, components, and services, balancing cost efficiency, product quality, and supplier reliability.
• Monitor outstanding orders and maintain consistent communication with vendors to confirm delivery timelines and avoid operational disruptions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to assess sourcing strategies and expand the supplier network when necessary.
• Generate and issue quote requests, review vendor proposals, and adjust purchasing documentation to reflect current requirements.
• Manage the full lifecycle of purchase transactions, including order placement, issue resolution, pricing discussions, and documentation accuracy.
• Work closely with internal planning and technical teams to ensure procurement activity aligns with inventory strategies and production schedules.
• Address discrepancies related to materials, receipts, or invoicing by identifying root causes and implementing timely solutions, escalating when needed.
• Evaluate planning data to modify order timing, quantities, and priorities in response to demand fluctuations or design updates.
• Review inventory performance to identify excess, obsolete, or slow-moving items, and contribute recommendations for optimization.
• Interpret technical requirements and specifications to effectively communicate with suppliers and provide input on cost-saving opportunities.