Purchasing/Warehouse Specialist

Description:

Plan and organize the comprehensive purchasing functions for Comfort Flow Heating to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations. Work in conjunction with purchasing and warehouse personnel. Achieve department objectives and goals within budget. Strong ability to prioritize tasks, plan and manage projects and activities Ability to operate standard office equipment Basic math skills including the use of fractions, percentages, and/or ratios Knowledge of federal and state purchasing regulations Valid driver license and clean driving record, insurable by company insurance Knowledge of company policies and procedures Ability to work with and manage a diverse group of employees and suppliers Flexibility to work in changing conditions, work on multiple projects, dealing with frequent interruptions and changing priorities Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen Plan, organize and evaluate purchasing activities of Comfort Flow Heating Assist in developing purchasing policies and procedures Select vendors for various materials, equipment and supplies Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions. Award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards Establish appropriate inventory levels, commit to minimum/maximum levels Assist in training new employees for warehouse department Review requisitions orders for accuracy Verify that materials, equipment and supply stock are available from current inventories Source and obtain price quotations from catalogues and suppliers, prepare purchase orders Calculate cost of orders and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts Work with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve shortages, missed deliveries, and other issues that may arise Oversee maintenance and repairs of all company vehicles

Requirements:

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent is required Degree in business, materials management, operations management or related field is preferred Job related experience within specialized field is required Continually exercises good judgement and discretion Analytical skills Problem-solving Efficiency of employees under supervision Attention to detail