Purchasing Associate

About the role

The Purchasing Associate plays a crucial role in the procurement process, ensuring Group O acquires goods and services efficiently and ethically.

Responsibilities

• Request, generate, and process purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner, verifying product specifications, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with suppliers on expedited delivery dates, monitor delivery, and work with suppliers on late deliveries.
• Generate and submit purchase orders for non-sellable items from a purchase requisition.
• Validate and process invoices for payment.
• Cook with internal stakeholders to understand their purchasing needs and requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, contracts, and vendor communications.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand their purchasing needs and requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, contracts, and vendor communications.
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders as needed to prevent stockouts and ensure continuity of operations.
• Participate in physical inventories as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement regulations, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Two plus years related experience.
• Purchasing, inventory management, and accounting knowledge.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn and work with ERP software and/or WMS.
• Diligence and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment.