Purchasing Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Specialist to join our purchasing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring optimal inventory levels, managing procurement processes, and supporting sales operations.

Main Responsibilities

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• Process and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, rolling dates, and incoming shipment details.\
  
• Procure designated products under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager to maintain optimal inventory levels.\
  
• Provide real-time updates to sales teams on mill pricing, product availability, and rolling schedules.\
  
• Develop and leverage KPIs to monitor inventory levels, assess vendor performance, and enhance supply chain efficiency.\
  
• Support the sales team by quoting and sourcing products, ensuring availability and accurate scheduling.\
  
• Expedite vendor deliveries to ensure timely order fulfillment.\
  
• Identify and resolve logistical challenges to maintain seamless operations.\
  
• Maintain an updated spreadsheet tracking incoming shipments and coordinate with the receiving manager.\
  
• Provide accounts receivable with accurate documentation for mill direct billing.\
  
• Investigate and resolve accounts payable discrepancies, verifying vendor invoices for pricing accuracy.\
  
• Source new inventory suppliers while maintaining and strengthening existing vendor relationships.\
  
• Communicate vendor updates and changes to branch management.\
  
• Review daily sales orders to identify urgent inventory replenishment needs.\
  
• Participate in physical inventory counts and reconciliation.\
  
• Assist with overflow tasks from other branches as needed.\
  
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.\