Purchasing Analyst

WIN Waste Innovations•Deptford Township, NJ

About The Position

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a detail-driven and proactive Purchasing Analyst II to support procurement and operational needs. The position sources goods and services, negotiates pricing and agreements, manages supplier relationships, monitors inventory, and ensures compliance with company standards. It requires strong communication and cross-functional collaboration, along with an understanding of project planning, budgeting, and scheduling. The analyst supports warehouse operations and inventory management, maintains procurement records and computerized inventory systems, coordinates purchasing forecasts with departments, and works with Maintenance & Operations, accounts payable, and accounting. The position also supports cost reduction, process improvement, and adherence to regulatory requirements and ethical sourcing practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a similar area of study, or five or more years of relevant experience.
Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing cost-effective agreements.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective internal and external collaboration.
Analytical mindset, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Review open orders during morning meetings.
Provide morning meeting updates on parts and material receiving, ongoing bid work, and the general state of the warehouse.
Source materials, equipment, and services to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliability.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms for favorable outcomes for WIN Waste.
Build and maintain vendor relationships and resolve cost, delivery, or quality issues.
Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
Provide timely order-status updates to internal stakeholders.
Generate reports on purchasing activity, inventory levels, costs, and supplier performance.
Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Work with accounts payable and accounting on vendor invoice discrepancies.
Collaborate with Maintenance & Operations on inventory management and warehouse operations, maintaining appropriate stock levels of spare parts and consumable materials through a shared ownership model.
Maintain and monitor computerized inventory systems and coordinate with departments to forecast purchasing needs.
Participate in annual inventory counts as required by company policy.
Maintain accurate and organized procurement records and documentation.
Ensure adherence to company standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.