Job Description

KAPRA COSMETICS IS A MANUFACTURER OF SKIN AND HAIR CARE PRODUCTS.

JOB TITLE

Purchasing Agent

POSITION SUMMARY

The purchasing agent is responsible for all purchasing duties including sourcing, demand planning, purchasing and tracking inventory.

TASKS

· Order and ensure products arrive in a timely manner to maintain efficiency for manufacturing and production of finished goods.

· Negotiate and ensure the best price and service on products amongst multiple vandors.

· Forecast needs for vendors to minimize lead times.

· Develop purchasing strategies to limit the costs of logistics.

· Assure correct inventory including trade names, lot numbers, lot numbers, weights, etc.

· Allocate in-stock inventory for all in-coming customer purchase orders.

· Collect and retain samples for all received products for compliance.

· Maintain and strengthen relationships with suppliers including attending industry events.

· File all packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of analysis, and safety data sheets.

· Maintain and update pricing spreadsheets.

CORE COMPETENCIES

· Communication

· Organization

· Record keeping

· Planning

· Forecasting

· Problem solver

· Teamwork