Purchasing Specialist

Zing Recruiting, in partnership with an established flavor and fragrance manufacturer in the Piscataway, NJ area is on the search for a sharp and energetic Purchasing Specialist to join their team This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further explore the realm of flavors and fragrances

Purchasing Specialist Job Summary

Perform designated tasks associated with purchasing raw materials for production Access multiple computer systems to enter and retrieve information to process samples, purchase orders, and maintain purchase order status and costing information Actively schedule supplier meetings to obtain, interpret, and update the business on market and supply chain information Maintain and update market costing information for raw materials Perform associated tasks in the resolution of pricing discrepancies, complaints, late deliveries, quality and receipt issues. Participate in supplier review process Identify alternate suppliers and process samples into the QC queue. Provide support as required to the purchasing, procurement, and planning teams Knowledge and compliance to procurement values, practices, and principles. Other duties as assigned by the Manager

Purchasing Specialist Qualifications

4-year undergraduate degree in business or science Minimum 3 years of purchasing or planning experience Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Office 365 Above Average competency in Microsoft Excel, Excellent Math Skills Strong vendor management and negotiating skills Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Minimum of 1 year of experience working with ERP software - Oracle a plus.

Qualified candidates will be contacted immediately

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