Purchasing Specialist

3 weeks ago

Akron, United States Country Pure Foods Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Procurement Specialist

Our organization is seeking a Procurement Specialist to be a part of our team. This individual will be assisting and working with contracting for assigned commodities according to departmental and organizational policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assesses requirements based on inventory levels, requirements planning, new products requirements and trend analysis
  • Identify most competitive source of supply as well as incorporate corporate procurement strategy minimizing risk by utilizing suppliers based on best cost, availability, necessity, quality, service, and logistical expenses.
  • Prepares bids, RFQ's and/or RFP's including specifications, supporting spreadsheets, comparisons, recommendations, and justifications.
  • Drafting, interpreting, and revising contracts along with outlining financial risks that follow procurement strategy prior to approval.
  • Reviews, monitors, evaluates, and reconciles contracts and orders for assigned commodities.
  • Maintains data information files, reports, price lists, and quality nonconformances on assigned commodities.
  • Provides as a liaison between vendors and departments for supplier approvals, forecasting, supplier quality, plant testing/trials.
  • Monitoring supplier performance as well as conducting business review meetings with supplier(s).
  • Coordinating with shipping agencies and sellers to ensure timely deliveries
  • Assist in objectives pertaining to established and/or created cost reduction goals.
  • May expedite shipping and deliveries, maintain inventories, and monitor usage as well as usage inconsistencies, and price changes.
  • May validate, reconcile and process receiving reports, vendor invoices and other payment documents.
  • Professionally and tactfully explains policies and procedures to intercompany individuals seeking to procure materials, services and/or supplies.
  • Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within the area of responsibility
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • Experience and exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies in a manufacturing environment. Minimum 2 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • 4-year degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or relevant discipline a plus.

Qualifications

  • Possess analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and apply them.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
  • Negotiations - skill or experience with negotiation, typically in business, financial and/or legal context.
  • Proficient in Microsoft office - xl a must
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment





Job Posted by ApplicantPro

  • Purchasing Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Akron, United States Country Pure Foods Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionProcurement SpecialistOur organization is seeking a Procurement Specialist to be a part of our team. This individual will be assisting and working with contracting for assigned commodities according to departmental and organizational policies. Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssesses requirements based on inventory levels,...

  • Purchasing Specialist

    24 hours ago

    Akron, United States Country Pure Foods Full time

    Procurement Specialist Our organization is seeking a Procurement Specialist to be a part of our team. This individual will be assisting and working with contracting for assigned commodities according to departmental and organizational policies. Duties and Responsibilities Assesses requirements based on inventory levels, requirements planning, new products...

  • Technical Specialist I

    1 week ago

    Akron, United States Mindlance Full time

    PR:$24.63/hr Technical Specialist I - 1 Position - The position is predominately remote with potential to report on-site if needed at Akron Central Electric Lab (A-CEL). - Prior project material inventory experience recommended Program: Ohio Smart Meter Deployment - GM2 Role Description for Technical Specialist I (Material Control Specialist): The...

  • Technical Specialist I

    12 hours ago

    Akron, United States Mindlance Full time

    PR:$24.63/hr Technical Specialist I - 1 Position - The position is predominately remote with potential to report on-site if needed at Akron Central Electric Lab (A-CEL). - Prior project material inventory experience recommended Program: Ohio Smart Meter Deployment - GM2 Role Description for Technical Specialist I (Material Control Specialist): The...

  • Strategic Inventory Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Akron, United States KB BioEnergy Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompany partiesCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance We are looking for a Strategic Inventory Specialist to join our team! The Strategic Inventory Specialist role involves managing and optimizing inventory levels, control costs, preparing reports, and...

  • Accounts Payable Specialist

    5 days ago

    Akron, United States Parker-Hannifin, Corporation Full time

    Qualifications Job Designation The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role in the purchase-to-payment (P2P) process, receiving/entering invoices, reconciling vendor accounts and responding to inquiries. Job Core Responsibilities * Accurate invoice processing in order to ensure suppliers are pain in accordance with PO terms. * Assuring invoice...

  • Technical Specialist I

    1 week ago

    Akron, United States Genesis Healthcare, Inc. Full time

    Genesis10 is seeking a Technical Specialist for a long-term contract position with a leading client in Akron, OH. This role pays $24.00 - 27.00 /hour W2 based on experience. This position will work remotely 90% of the time but may work onsite occasionally in Akron, OH. Job Duties: Weekly Smart Meter update of TR and SC meters by OpCo Shows percent completion...

  • Technical Specialist I

    12 hours ago

    Akron, United States Genesis Healthcare, Inc. Full time

    Genesis10 is seeking a Technical Specialist for a long-term contract position with a leading client in Akron, OH. This role pays $24.00 - 27.00 /hour W2 based on experience. This position will work remotely 90% of the time but may work onsite occasionally in Akron, OH. Job Duties: Weekly Smart Meter update of TR and SC meters by OpCo Shows percent completion...

  • Sr. Accounts Receivable Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Akron, Ohio, United States Famous Supply Full time

    The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the balance due from customers on purchased product, while providing high quality customer service to internal and external customers with a strong sense of urgency.Primary Job Responsibilities Processing of Accounts Receivable Appropriate handling of Customer calls regarding billing errors or...

  • Accounts Payable Specialist

    5 days ago

    Akron, United States Parker-Hannifin, Corporation Full time

    Qualifications Job Designation The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role in the purchase-to-payment (P2P) process, receiving/entering invoices, reconciling vendor accounts and responding to inquiries. This role will assist with payroll processing and reporting. Job Core Responsibilities * Accurate invoice processing in order to ensure...

  • Seasonal Customer Experience Specialist

    1 week ago

    Akron, United States The Peach Truck Full time

    Join The Peach Truck as a Customer Experience Specialist, where you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional service and fostering a positive environment for our customers. Your responsibilities will encompass various aspects of customer engagement, problem resolution, and promoting a customer-first culture. Other duties will include setting up our...

  • Technical Designer

    3 weeks ago

    Akron, United States Babcock & Wilcox Full time

    DescriptionThe Technical Designer functions as project leader in directing Technical Design work on a single contract or project. Working from information at the proposal, early contract or final design stages, this individual functions as the interface between various engineering departments and Project Management. This role falls within our Design...

  • Technical Designer

    3 days ago

    Akron, OH, 44305, Summit County, OH, United States Babcock & Wilcox Full time

    DescriptionThe Technical Designer functions as project leader in directing Technical Design work on a single contract or project. Working from information at the proposal, early contract or final design stages, this individual functions as the interface between various engineering departments and Project Management. This role falls within our Design...