Procurement Specialist

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team and help manage our organizations procurement needs.

Procurement Specialist responsibilities include researching new suppliers, ensuring that all purchased products and materials meet our specifications, and negotiating with vendors as needed.

Ultimately, you will work with leaders in our organization to understand the needs of our organization and ensure we achieve our supply goals in a timely manner.

• Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns
• Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings
• Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies

Requirements and skills

• In-depth knowledge and proficiency in using Fishbowl software for Inventory Management
• Proven work experience as a Procurement Specialist within the steel fabrication industry
• Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning systems
• A bachelors degree in business administration, supply chain management or a similar field preferred

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