Commodity Specialist

Rochester Midland Corporation • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

The Commodities Specialist will be responsible for procuring materials and various supply items.
Primary duties will involve reviewing requisitions, processing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate pricing.
They will oversee supplier relationships, obtain quotations, and manage order acknowledgements. They will execute internal open-order reports for sharing with Purchasing team. The Commodities Specialist will collaborate with internal departments as needed advising them with any changes to status of purchase orders.

Ideal for individuals seeking to begin their journey in procurement and supply chain.

Requirements

• Previous purchasing experience preferred
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software.
• Experience with Microsoft Great Plains (GP) is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Ability to perform/prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities, and work across departments effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Great Plains (GP)

Responsibilities

• Procurement of assigned products and ensure the availability of necessary supplies by monitoring on-hand quantities, manufacturing/sales demands, and item lead times.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and adhere to standard processes to drive order accuracy.
• Evaluate and maintain item and supplier attributes in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, including but not limited to vendor item relationships, ordering parameters, and quoted pricing.
• Utilize ERP systems and Microsoft business tools to track order status, and on time deliveries
• Streamline and optimize procurement processes by implementing best practices and continuous improvement strategies.
• Resolve supply issues, delivery delays, and quality concerns promptly and collaboratively.
• Similar duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees