Job Description

This position can work remote within the Eastern or Central Time Zones.

As a Purchasing Specialist, the ideal candidate must be able to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a challenging, deadline driven environment. The selected individual must also demonstrate the ability to take ownership and be accountable through individual actions and teamwork, continually working toward the goal of improving processes and efficiency. This position requires building positive relationships with our vendors and internal partners.

Responsibilities:

• Create purchase orders • Track incoming orders • Reconcile inventory counts • Create new SKU numbers with product descriptions • Update prices list vendors • Negotiate pricing of raw materials, products, or supplies • Verifying information on back-up documentation and approvals • Maintain and update vendor master information based on request data • Compile and send monthly reports regarding vendor activity • Assist with process improvement projects and other special projects Assist with other tasks assigned by the purchasing manager

Required Skills:

• Minimum 4 years of work experience with 2 or more years in a purchasing role • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. • Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized • Excellent problem-solving skills • Excellent communication skills - verbal and written • Ability to build and maintain strong business relationships • Ability to work independently and with team to achieve goals. • Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility to easily move between tasks. • Excellent Customer service skills

Desired Skills:

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a plus. • Self-starter

https://www.caracalcorp.com

Company Description

Founded in Detroit in 2004, Caracal Corporation serves numerous Fortune 500 companies, federal government agencies and large educational institutions through long term, program-based contracts. We have particularly deep relationships in the healthcare, insurance, and financial services industries. As a 100% minority-owned and a qualified Tier 1 and Tier 2 diversity spending supplier, clients stay with Caracal — many for more than a decade — because of our exceptional performance as a business partner