Purchasing Specialist
The Purchasing Agent will manage the procurement of materials, goods, and services while ensuring cost-effective sourcing, timely production support, supplier performance, and efficient inventory management using Lean principles.
Responsibilities:
* Manage the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials, supplies, goods, and services to support company operations and production.
* Source and purchase raw materials, ensuring competitive pricing, reliable supply, appropriate lead times, and compliance with company and customer requirements.
* Develop and maintain supplier relationships while negotiating pricing, payment terms, lead times, minimum order quantities, freight, and other commercial terms.
* Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to purchasing and material management processes to reduce waste, excess inventory, material shortages, unnecessary handling, and operational inefficiencies.
Required Skills & Experience:
* 4-5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or related field
* Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, KPIs, inventory control, and continuous improvement principles
* Must be able to work Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm
* Proficient in MS Office Suite
Preferred Skills & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred
* Experience working with domestic and international suppliers is preferred
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