Purchaser
Core
Identifies sourcing initiatives, evaluates suppliers based on quality and cost, negotiates contracts, and administers purchase orders for indirect materials and services.
Role type
Mid-level purchaser (indirect materials and services)
Builds
Procurement processes for indirect materials and services
Domain
Manufacturing / Packaging industry
Required skills
Supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, purchase order administration, invoice reconciliation, audit execution, corrective action management, compliance adherence
Preferred skills
ERP software proficiency, Microsoft Office Suite, problem-solving, attention to detail
Responsibilities
Identify sourcing initiatives and evaluate potential suppliers; Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers; Administer purchase orders for Indirect Material and Services; Monitor and coordinate timely receipts of materials; Resolve pricing issues and support invoice/credit matching; Perform internal & external audit of purchasing processes; Raise and close out Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR).