Purchasing Specialist
$20.50 per hour
Apply now (opens in a new tab)Purchasing Specialist
L4
$20.50 per hour
Occupations
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm ProductsProcurement ClerksPurchasing ManagersIndustries
Residential Property ManagersNonresidential Property ManagersIndustrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers- Field Relations: Serve as support to the company for supply chain management of materials to meet the needs of the residents, investors, owners, and team members.
- Ensure requested orders are received timely and any known delays are communicated to field leadership to manage expectations of our customers – internal and external
- Assist with special projects that help build and maintain long-term relationships with residents, investors, owners, and team members.
- Financial Operations: Support the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle for inventory and special-order items
- Follow up on outstanding purchase orders and coordinate resolution of delayed or incomplete deliveries.
- Obtain pricing quotes and vendor alternatives as needed to support purchasing decisions.
- Research vendors as needed to ensure quality and price are in line with company standards.
- Communicate directly with vendors regarding pricing, lead times, substitutions, and availability.
- Resolve any incorrect invoices.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement related to ordering efficiency, vendor performance, or cost control.
- Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities related to pricing, availability, vendor performance, and ordering patterns.
- Business Operations: Timeliness and accuracy of ordering supplies and inventory.
- Place and manage orders to maintain adequate stock levels and support maintenance operations
- Process a high volume of special orders, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and communication with stakeholders.
- Research and source replacement parts for discontinued items or items impacted by price increases.
- Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, percentages to ensure proper invoicing.
- Respond to inbound calls related to ordering or part sourcing, supporting field teams with placing work-order-related purchases.
- Partner with the Inventory Control Manager on stock-level needs while remaining focused on purchasing execution.
- Manage and update standard operating procedures (SOP) manuals to reflect current purchasing practices.
- Support business continuity with the following roles: Inventory Control Manager, Warehouse Driver or Warehouse Associate(s)
- Experience, Education and Licensure: High School or equivalent education is required. A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and meet company insurability requirements is required. A motivated, well-organized, and self-directed individual who is also able to motivate and guide others.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, manage time, as well as possess an orientation toward details.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to relate and address issues with a diverse group of people.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
- Ability to operate common office equipment and basic computer skills. Proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication.
Level
MidL4
Salary
$20.50 per hour
Location
Fargo, ND
Occupation
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
Industry
Residential Property Managers
Posted
today
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