Tampa - Purchasing Specialist

About the jobAbout The JobResponsible for placing purchase orders (POs), performing PO follow up activities, solving quantity/delivery date issues, validating that all required documentation is available, and negotiating the best combination of price, quality, and delivery to satisfy site operational requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesPlace orders with approved vendors/suppliers as required following company procedures.Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion.Request quotes for products, equipment, supplies and/or services as requested.Prepare RFQ's as needed.Obtain samples and data as required for departments as needed.Explain and clarify purchasing procedures to internal departments as well as suppliers.Manage vendor relationships while elevating potential issues related to purchase agreements.Keep data up to date (delivery terms, payment terms, purchase prices, etc.) in the ERP system with the aim of helping to ensure the department's proper operation.Follow up on purchase orders to ensure deliveries are done on-time and in-full and against the agreed prices and conditions.Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner.Make decisions on optimal delivery quantities and dates based on supplier confirmation and in collaboration with sales or production planning.Serve as the operational contact to suppliers for arranging timely and complete provision of required documentation.Serve as the purchasing point of contact for internal stakeholders who need to purchase goods/services.Ensure best prices and conditions are negotiated for agreed local assortment.Maintain professional knowledge and technical skills related to purchasing with the aim of maximizing one's own professional knowledge and applying it in an optimum manner within the organization.Other duties as assigned.KPI'sCost savings.Total Cost of Ownership reduction.Security of supply (sufficient sources of supply).Set yourself apartBasic Qualifications Education & Experience At least 5 years of related experience. CPIM and/or APICS certification is a plus. Experience in working in a cGMP environment, with FDA and State Board of Pharmacy experience is a plus. Computer literacy, including but not limited to, Windows, Office 365 Suites (Outlook, Excel, Word), and Microsoft Teams. User-level knowledge of major ERP/MRP systems (Navision, SAP, Oracle, etc.) Strong collaborative and influencing skills, and ability to work well in a cross-functional, matrixed environment. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects. Strong business acumen. Innovative responses to complex challenges in business and technology. Flexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilities.