Purchasing Specialist Jobs

Purchasing Specialist

Summary: CRG is partnered with an energy solutions equipment and services supplier with over 80 years of industry leadership. As a one-stop shop for equipment, services, and parts, our client prides themselves on reliability, dependability, and prompt support for retail and commercial facilities nationally. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Specialist is responsible for researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services to ensure selection of the most suitable suppliers based on reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency. The Purchasing Specialist also supports inventory activities, RFP and RFQ processes, and contract negotiations.

Opportunity: Direct Hire

Location: Charlotte, NC

Compensation: $25.00-$30.00/hour

Responsibilities:

• Work with Account Payable department to resolve any discrepancies between purchase orders and vendor invoices.
• Analyze financial reports, price proposals, and other financial data to determine reasonable prices for goods and services.
• Process requisitions for supplies, research products, clarify specifications, document competitive bidding, and create/document purchase orders.
• Research and select vendors, evaluate vendor performance, and utilize different vendor sources to fill orders as directed.
• Searches out alternate vendors or supplies during periods of shortages or stock outs.
• Assist with item maintenance as needed including SAP material creation, description updates, and pricing.
• Negotiate and administer contracts with suppliers and vendors.
• Maintain an up-to-date digital filing system on pricing and vendors, notifying and distributing pricing updates to sales team as needed.
• Follow up on back orders, expedite delivery of orders, and make special arrangements for delivery as needed.

Qualifications:

• ERP system experience required; SAP is a plus.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.
• Knowledge and background in distribution highly preferred.
• College degree is preferred.
• Procurement certifications are a plus.
• 2+ years of Buyer/Purchasing experience required.
• Knowledge and understanding of RFPs and RFQs required.
• Experience with petroleum storage and pumping equipment highly preferred.

Category Code: JN016