Follows up and maintains current and accurate database information, vendor lead times, open purchases commitments and shortages
Quote customer BOM’s in support of RFQ’s to detail out cost, lead-time, and MOQ’s
Updates and maintains inventory maintenance within the software system
Maintains data, prepares reports and analyzes information using available software in decision-making
Studies products usage; determines vendor from whom purchases will be made; places orders; negotiates and renews contracts; investigates complaints and secures adjustments
Ensures that company standard procedures are followed in connection with purchases of material and services
Analyzes market conditions and trends; explores sources of supply; processes requests for all products and commodities
Prepares and issues purchase orders and requisitions; secures price advantages of quantity buying; composes and edits bid quotations; analyzes bids received; prepares and monitors contracts, outlining performance standards, tolerances, warranties and maintenance requirements within the Purchasing Department
Other various tasks as needed to support customer requirements
Overtime may be required as needed
Job Requirements
High School diploma
Entry level position, will train
Experience purchasing raw materials, steel, metal fab, or anything similar is a plus
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Knowledge of Inventory software, database software, Microsoft word processing software and Excel spreadsheet software as well as Outlook and Internet skills
Must be a U.S. Person per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15
This is a full-time, on-site position and cannot be supported remotely