Procurement Specialist-KY

Union, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist/Buyer who will be a critical member of the sourcing team and will be one of the faces of an ever-growing supplier network. This new role will support overall company growth and while day-to-day sourcing tasks may vary overall responsibility is to work with the Operations Team to ensure customer needs are met. This is an onsite permanent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist procurement activities for all business segments supporting the team with contract reviews cost and inventory management and ensuring on-time delivery and quality of product

Create execute and update purchase and work orders consistent with operational/contractual requirements and to maintain reliable data/ETAs

Oversee inventory production scheduling and reporting of delays

Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure accuracy and timely payments to suppliers

Track backorders and work with Sourcing team to mitigate/prevent future stock outs

Perform data analysis and make recommendations for new improvements within the supply chain and operations team.

Work cross-functionally on new product introductions to ensure alignment on project deliverables (cost quality inventory delivery)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Customer Orders - on time shipment metric
Vendor Orders - on time shipment metric (for assigned vendors)
Cost Out / Tariff cost mitigation metric

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This role is office based in a professional environment.
Must be able to use a computer and communicate effectively in person and via digital platforms.
Some travel may be required to meet with vendors or to attend trade shows.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in supply chain management Operations Management General Business 5 years of relevant work experience

Microsoft Office Suite - particularly Excel

NetSuite experience a bonus

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Buyer experience preferred but not required

Required Experience: