Purchasing Administrator (Finance)
Purchasing Administrator
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides support and performs analytical duties mostly pertaining to inventory control within the Purchasing Department. Assist the Director of Purchasing and the Purchasing staff as needed. Also works closely with the Accounts Payable and Accounting departments. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under direct supervision.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with branches to open existing products and suppliers for purchases.
- Review new vendor set-up requests from branches to ensure all documents and policies are being followed. Challenge branches in the areas of supplier source, quantities, timing, etc. where applicable.
- Analyze purchasing initiatives from branches supporting delivery, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality goods and services.
- Prepares and presents recommendations of improvement opportunities and alternative courses of action to senior purchasing leaders.
- Consistently applies sourcing policies, procedures, and processes.
- Supply branches and other key functional areas with bulletins related to vendors, price increases, products, and other variables are affecting the business.
- Issue PO's to suppliers and track status until delivery.
- Partner with Inventory controller to manage branch inventory levels in adherence to company policies.
- Support Purchasing Director tracking vendor rebates.
- Track and maintain a repository of commodity activities. Use data to assist with making informed buys.
- Assist in departmental compliance audits, focusing on accuracy, documentation, and completeness.
- Other deliverables, projects, etc. per the direction of the Purchasing Director.
- Handle diverse tasks that need immediate attention.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
- Exercises moderate independent judgment with direction from supervisor.
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of supply chain management.
- Must be a US citizen or be authorized to work in the US.
- Highly organized and efficient at prioritizing workload.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- A Bachelors' Degree is required for this role.
- At least 1-year direct material planner and/or direct material purchasing experience preferred.
GULFEAGLE BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- 401(K) Retirement Plan including Employer Match
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life, AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Health &Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Discount Programs
- and more!
This Job Summary indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested. Gulfeagle Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age race, gender color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subjected to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace
