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 SRMStrong 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