Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago


Union City, United States SSC INC Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance

SSC Inc. is looking to hire an exceptional Procurement Specialist. To develop and manage account relationships by providing goods and support to customers. Focus on not only maintaining existing business, but also growing and developing new business. To ensure the customer is receiving fair and high quality seafood through such activities as buying products, quoting, following up on orders and problem solving issues Must live in or within commuting distance of Union City, CA. This is not a remote position.

SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE A MUST TO BE CONSIDERED


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions for goods and services
Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices
Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations
Negotiate, or renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives
Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time, and in the event of problems trace shipments and follow up undelivered goods
Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes
Maintain and review computerized or manual records of items purchased, costs, delivery, product performance, and inventories
Review catalogs, industry periodicals, directories, trade journals, and Internet sites, and consult with other department personnel to locate necessary goods and services
Study sales records and inventory levels of current stock to develop strategic purchasing programs that facilitate employee access to supplies
Interview vendors and visit suppliers' plants and distribution centers to examine and learn about products, services and prices
Arrange the payment of duty and freight charges
Monitor changes affecting supply and demand, tracking market conditions, price trends, or futures markets
Other duties may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience Buyer, Assistant Buyer or Purchasing Agent is required.
  • Experience purchasing foods is required; wholesale/distribution experience is preferred.
  • Experience in negotiating contracts with vendors, including managing a competitive bid process is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to reduce cost and drive supplier performance
  • Proficient User of MS Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint required
  • Strong decision-making ability and creative problem solving skills
  • High attention to details
  • Ability to participate in cross-functional, teamwork oriented environment
  • Ability to work independently and deliver results
  • Ability to interact at multiple levels within management and functional groups both internally and externally
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings



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