Procurement Specialist

Tusker • Buffalo Grove, IL

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About The Position

Tusker began with a belief: technology should perform so people can. From our Midwestern roots to our nationwide reach, we’ve grown through partnership, precision, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way—every time. We are seeking a Procurement Specialist who will foster strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate terms and pricing, while coordinating with the sales team on quotes and pricing strategies. Key responsibilities include identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing stock orders up to $25,000, addressing supplier delivery issues, and handling daily purchasing for corporate orders.

Requirements

• Multitask and communicate with vendors on price, availability, and order status for Tusker's purchase orders
• Must be detail-oriented and embrace critical thinking abilities given our diverse business model with IT, AV, Managed Services & Labor along with dropships and warehousing inventory.
• Shows strong problem-solving skills by proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions
• 2–3 years of purchasing experience
• Experience in the computer, A/V, and/or distribution industry is helpful
• Microsoft Office experience required with Teams, Outlook and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel preferred
• Experience with Oracle Netsuite preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules
• Developing a basic understanding of the products or services being purchased to make smart purchasing decisions
• Coordinate with the sales team to assist with quotes, support specific opportunities, and ensure alignment with pricing strategies for optimal results
• Identify cost savings opportunities by leveraging distributors and supplier’s up front rebates and deal registration
• Evaluate, approve, and place stock orders up to $25,000
• Responding to ETA requests received outside of working hours in Macedonia
• Address any issues with suppliers with delivery delays, or discrepancies in orders
• Daily purchasing of goods for our corporate sales orders
• Annual Inventory – participate in annual inventory physical account preparation, count and variance activities
• Meet performance standards of the department (goals & objectives). Responsibilities may include project-related work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed