Emily Krous at Robert Half is working with a client offering an exciting opportunity in the manufacturing industry, situated in Roseville, California. We are looking for a Purchaser who can efficiently coordinate purchasing activities with various departments, ensure procurement of high-quality products and services, and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure adherence to Corporate Purchasing Policy and Procedures.
• Efficiently process purchase orders and sales orders.
• Regularly monitor and expedite corporate buy purchase orders.
• Conduct cost analysis and inventory planning for different commodities.
• Recommend new supply sources when current vendors and suppliers are inadequate.
• Understand engineering drawings and interpret various manufacturing methods and standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Ensure that procured products and services meet established standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to optimize schedules of incoming shipments.
• Interface with mechanical suppliers for RFQ, PO processing, expediting, tracking delivery, and assessing quality performance.
• Work cross-functionally with various internal and external teams for the success of the department and the organization.
• Adapt to changes in duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time as directed by management.
• Proficient understanding of buying processes is essential
• Strong communication skills are required
• Must have the ability to negotiate and work with suppliers
• Should be able to analyze market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability
• Ability to develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures is required
• Experience in preparing reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs is preferred
• Proven ability to maintain records of goods ordered and received is a must
• Should have the capability to review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids
• Must be able to coordinate with production, sales, shipping, warehouse, or other departments to ensure procurement goals are met
• Degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred