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Purchasing Specialist

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Job DescriptionJob Description

Purchasing Specialist

Hours:

Typical morning hours

Pay : $55,000 - $60,000

Location : Akron, OH

PrideStaff is conducting a search for an Akron area manufacturing client for a Purchasing Specialist.

This position is responsible for purchasing factory supplies, raw materials, and service requests in accordance with Company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Operates standard office equipment and maintains knowledge of relevant software

Support and work closely with various departments to communicate product cost and delivery, investigate and rectify erroneous charges, address level of service issues or non-compliance, support production scheduling, contracts, financial analysis and reporting

Analyze and manage inventory purchases of raw materials, packaging, laboratory and safety supplies, and equipment

Identify consumption patterns and requirements

Make purchase recommendations based on use, customer forecasting, supply chain considerations and material specification

Research products and services, obtain price and delivery information, and determine the best source for various purchases

Obtain raw material support documentation from supplier

Compare supplier pricing and identifies cost-saving opportunities

Maintains product cost record and service quotations, specifications, and supply chain considerations.

Prepare purchase orders and track arrival

Maintains relationships with vendors, facilitates supplier audits, and performs vendor risk assessments

Researches, compiles, and maintains necessary documents for auditors

Performs all other duties as assigned

Key Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or similar field

Basic math skills to ensure accurate calculations

Proficient in personal computer skills including Email, record keeping, routine database activity, Word, spreadsheet, Excel, and SAGE

Company DescriptionAs one of the best direct hire placement and contract-to-hire staffing firms in the US, our candidates and clients consistently depend on us to match the best available talent with the best companies. We specialize in Direct Hire placements and temp-to-hire placements in light industrial, office, admin and finance and accounting positions.Company DescriptionAs one of the best direct hire placement and contract-to-hire staffing firms in the US, our candidates and clients consistently depend on us to match the best available talent with the best companies. We specialize in Direct Hire placements and temp-to-hire placements in light industrial, office, admin and finance and accounting positions.