Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator II

Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day purchasing of parts and supplies that support sales, project management, and customer support departments.
• Able to solicit and evaluate bids, negotiate prices and terms.
• Analyze quotations received, select or recommend suppliers with whom orders are to be placed, and schedule deliveries.
• Create purchase orders from approved purchase requisitions through ERP. Email purchase order to the vendor and follow up on orders.
• Determine the best means to get orders to final destination.
• Own special projects that improve the material process such as auctions, recycling, sale of excess or obsolete inventory.
• Assist with proposals by contacting vendors for quotes.
• Manage inventory levels, available stock and lead times.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by their supervisor/manager.

• BS Degree in business, engineering, or related field, and/or five or more years professional experience in a Purchasing environment.
• Proficient use of a computer, specifically with Excel and Word. (Preferably advanced or certified Excel skills.)
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to work well and interact with internal/external suppliers and customers.
• Strong work ethic and teamwork; “can do” attitude and desire to provide best service. Strong Interpersonal and Communicative Skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision; must be a self-starter and quick learner.
• Strong Problem‑Solving Skills
• Self-organized, and able to work with minimum supervision.