Purchasing Administrator; On-site

Overview

Title: Purchasing Administrator
Location: Leeds/Moody, AL (On-site)
Industry: Food & Beverage Ingredients
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Vaco is assisting a client in the Leeds/Moody area that's looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to join their team. The successful candidate will support the purchasing department in all procurement activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchases while maintaining good relationships with suppliers.

• Assist in sourcing and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, requisitions, and other procurement documents.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery timelines, and address any issues.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and vendor details.
• Support the Corporate Purchasing Manager in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Track shipments, ensure timely delivery, and resolve any discrepancies or delays.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and making recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with other departments to forecast demand and optimize supply chain efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with purchasing software is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to an individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The salary range is noted in this posting where required by local law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

The position may be occupied;
Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings. Further assessment of candidates will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers.

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Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

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