Purchasing Agent

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* Job Responsibilities:

*** ## Together with appropriate departments, compile the Bid Package (description, specification, performance indicators, targets, drawings, designs, Terms and Conditions, etc.)RFQ, RFP, RFO.* ## Prepare/Release Approved supplier List (Identify and manage potential and existing industry sources, facilitate relevant validations such as audits, background checks, site visits and supplier presentations).* ## Solicit bids and compile recommendations and conduct/participate the negotiation phase.* ## Lead negotiations and conclude contract establishment (Master Purchase Orders) in a timely manner.
* ## Monitor performance delivery forecasts and takes action where required* ## Reconcile variances between Purchase Order and invoice.* ## Perform other duties as required.* ## Facilitate disputes between the Supplier and the organization;* ## Monitor markets and forecast appropriate changes that affect pricing, delivery and quality, compile relevant actions and recommendations to minimize negative market conditions and capitalize on positive market trends* ## Identify and capitalize continuously cost savings opportunities* ## Identify, validate and introduce process and product innovation from the supply industry into the organization.
* ## Monitor Supplier Performance and take actions where required.* ## Monitor changing market conditions and perceptions and introduce relevant actions in the organization (diversity, environmental policy, corporate citizenship, etc).* ## Fulfill special projects and campaign assignment tasks and duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum of
** 5 years of purchasing experience
** and/or demonstrated knowledge with positive performance in the
** Automotive Industry**.
** Proficient in computer systems**, including
** Windows-based applications, Microsoft Outlook, SAP, and Microsoft Excel**, with the ability to effectively manage data, reports, purchasing systems, and communications.* ## Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)* ## Dental Insurance* ## Vision Insurance* ## 401(k) with match* ## Employee Profit Sharing Plan* ## Employee Assistance Program* ## Tuition Reimbursement* ## Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral* ## Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
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