Purchasing Analyst

Expectations & Responsibilities

• Ability to work within Procurement department to maintain inventory levels and manage forecasting parameters effectively.
• Must possess strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to;
  • Maintain strong relationships with new and existing vendors
  • Work directly with supplier representatives to resolve issues
  • Provide product/vendor support for multiple sales teams
  • Manage multiple product lines
• Support Purchasings role in Requests for Proposal (RFP) and/or Requests for Quotation (RFQ), blanket orders, etc.
• Possess Aptitude to:
  • Analyze inventory and sales data
  • Develop and prepare statistical, informational reports related to Procurement
  • Utilize and improve performance metrics
• Support Corporate Procurement Strategy, Initiatives and Programs

Requirements

• Technical or Bachelors degree in Business related fields or equivalent experience. (2-3 years of business related experience)
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills including MS Office (specifically Microsoft Excel), CRM and SRM
• Strong communication and organizational skills, be able to prioritize tasks, the ability to work in a fast paced ever-changing environment and meet deadlines
• Procurement experience a plus
• Manufacturing processes and controls experience a plus
• Spreadsheet analytics decision making capabilities a plus