Procurement Associate

3 weeks ago


Santa Ana, United States Synectics Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Description:

  • The main function of a Procurement Specialist is to oversee all aspects of procurement, working with the appropriate cross business teams to ensure that we achieve maximum synergy and leverage by aligning short and long-term category strategies.

  • A typical Procurement Specialist is responsible for the development of the global category strategy (cost, quality, delivery, supply base etc.) in line with global Procurement strategies for a sub-category within Site Equipment.

  • Reviewing open order; issuing purchase orders based on approval

  • Create Requisitions

  • Issuing RFQs to suppliers and reviewing inventory level and restocking East and West locations

  • Review requisition requests for accuracy and prepare purchase orders to send to suppliers/vendors.

  • Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs and order materials when necessary.

  • Contact suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other issues that may arise.

  • Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists.

  • Process RMA's requests after received approval from Procurement Manager.

  • Perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of purchasing, sourcing and profit margin increase.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.

  • Interface with various internal departments to ensure flow of goods is efficient and achieve consistent communication.

  • Maintain hard copy purchasing orders and electronic files alongside original purchase orders.

  • Assist with scheduling and organization for procurement department needs.

  • Assist department with weekly and monthly reports along with month-end procedures

  • Assist Sales representatives with domestic and international purchasing.

  • Contact domestic/international manufacturers for RFQs & provide to Sales representative in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

  • High School Degree Required

  • Associates Degree Preferred

  • 2-3 years procurement related experience required.

  • ERP experience (1 year of experience) Ex: Sage, Oracle

  • Proficient in Excel (Microsoft Suite)

  • Professionalism

  • Include demonstrated competencies and physical, mental, & interpersonal skills.

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

  • Ability to operate Windows software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

  • Familiar with an ERP system preferably SAGE

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent organization skills with extreme attention to detail

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

California Fair Chance Act:

Synectics Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Synectics Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.



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