Purchasing Specialist
val's services · Troy, OH · Today
PurchasingFull-time
About the role
Support procurement and delivery of service parts by managing supplier relationships, inventory, and logistics. Handle low to moderate complexity projects and supplier accounts, ensuring on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and high service levels for genuine parts. Assist in root cause analysis, backorder prevention, and mitigation plans to meet departmental targets. Develop technical knowledge of supply chain processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, support overtime if needed, and travel up to 10%. Focused on safety, efficiency, and meeting critical deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with suppliers for timely parts delivery
- Manage backorders
- Support new model parts availability
- Track key performance metrics
- Implement process improvements using PDCA cycles
- Maintain effective communication
- Support department goals
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management, with 0-2 years relevant experience.
Skills
- Strong communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Ability to manage work environment efficiently
- Prioritize tasks
- Analyze trends
- Demonstrate accountability
- Adaptability
- Desire for continuous learning