Purchasing Co-Op

Assist with all Purchasing/Buyer duties such as :

Check requisitions for completeness and clarity. Obtain necessary missing information where required. Diplomatically instruct requisition or specifiers on what data is necessary to obtain good product.

Initiates request for quotations; recommends and takes appropriate action.

Compiles and analyzes statistical data to evaluate price/cost conditions. Partners with end user to determine recommendations and negotiates for cost improvements. Performs analysis of supplier operations to determine capability to meet plant objectives if applicable.

Develops and implements strategies to optimize supply chain performance, recognizing total cost implications.

Initiates and coordinates purchase contract negotiations with officers and representatives of supplier and company end users.

Negotiate payment terms with suppliers that support corporate cash flow goals 

Support global, national and regional supply agreements by leading, participating and implementing national/global agreement(s) when directed by management. 

Maintains records and documentation to assure compliance with corporate policy and procedure.

Resolves discrepancies that arise such as discrepant pricing, warranty claims, failure to comply with specifications, over shipments, negotiate return items no longer needed by the plant, etc.

Keeps management informed about any business development that might affect the company and makes recommendations regarding those developments.

Work with the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products

Work with receiving personnel on problems and questions on items being received; notify vendors on problems and handle solution.

Visit potential vendor facilities to inspect warehouses, materials, and computer setups in an effort to evaluate as potential suppliers