- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience: 4+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control (often within manufacturing Industries)
Core Responsibilities
- Vendor Sourcing & Evaluation: Research, identify, and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiation & Contracts: Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers.
- Purchase Orders (POs): Generate and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in quantities, pricing, and specifications.
- Order Tracking & Delivery: Monitor shipments and coordinate with warehouse or store staff to ensure timely delivery and proper storage.
- Quality & Disputed Claims: Review purchased product quality and resolve short-supply, damaged-item, or billing discrepancies.
- Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain database records of invoices, inventory levels, and generate cost-analysis reports.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with finance, production, and internal departments to align purchasing with operational needs.