Purchase Specialist

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement of high-quality packaging supplies for the local branch. The Purchasing Agent with work with Sales and Operations in placing both inventory stock orders and direct ship orders. Purchase orders and reports will be processed in through our ERP system. Job Description Role and Responsibilities Manage inventory to ensure proper stocking levels of various products Negotiate pricing with vendors to gain competitive selling costs Provide support for the sales team Research new suppliers and products to meet our clients needs Work with vendors on any quality issues Analyze current vendors to find best pricing of similar items Create purchase orders and tally these with supply requests and orders Analyze invoices to ensure accuracy of goods delivered Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive Ensure required target of inventory turns is met Mentor new hires in the Purchasing role Assist with other items as requested Required Skills / Abilities Experience working in a purchasing role Industry experience with packaging Must be organized with good attention to detail Experience in operations Ability to problem solve when supply chain issues arise Capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently Knowledge of ERP software or ability to learn Supervisory Requirements No supervisory requirements Education and Experience High School Diploma required; BS/BA Supply Chain Management preferred Two to three years experience in purchasing Proficient in Sage 100 ERP or ability to learn system Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access all areas of the warehouse to determine needs. May require some local travel. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to navigate throughout the physical building. May be required to travel to other divisions or supplier locations. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekend or longer hours may be required based on business needs. AAP/EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all of the activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be added, deleted, or change at any time with or without notice.