A Procurement or Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods or services required by an organization, especially tracking overall spend and improving bidding processes. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.
Coordinates the procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Provides accurate, timely information to Business Unit or Requisitioner regarding delivery schedules and supplier flexibility; Makes daily commitments for purchased items for new orders/change orders; Manages inventory levels to meet specific dollar value goals; Reviews MRP and manufacturing schedules daily for any assigned programs; Writes, enters and signs requisitions and purchase orders daily; Runs scheduled receipts for expediting; Enters orders for return of rejected items to suppliers; Provides input regarding on time deliveries and customer service for supplier ratings; Manages standard costing documentation; Displays a professional and cooperative manner; Maintains good attendance, flexibility in assignments; adaptable to changing business needs and continually learns and applies new skills; Follows all company policies, procedures, and safety initiatives; Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; plus one to two years related experience and/or training.
Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Inventory software; Internet software and Manufacturing software.
