Purchasing Specialist

Metabo • Braselton, GA

12d

About The Position

The Purchasing Associate supports daily procurement operations by placing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure delivery of time. This role partners closely with internal teams to support efficient purchasing processes and overall supply chain performance. This position reports to the Associate Purchasing Manager.

Requirements

• Supports daily procurement operations
• Places purchase orders
• Maintains accurate records
• Coordinates with suppliers to ensure delivery
• Partners closely with internal teams
• Supports efficient purchasing processes
• Supports overall supply chain performance
• Prepares and maintains purchasing reports in Excel (buy reports, tracking, etc.)
• Monitors open orders and flags potential delays or discrepancies
• Works effectively with team members
• Collaborates with internal departments
• Contributes to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with suppliers in a timely and accurate manner
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery timelines, and resolve issues
• Participate in supplier calls and Microsoft Teams meetings
• Update and maintain purchase orders in company systems
• Process and verify invoices related to purchasing
• Maintain accurate records of transactions and order status
• Prepare and maintain purchasing reports in Excel (buy reports, tracking, etc.)
• Assist with forecasting using PSI (Production, Sales, Inventory) data
• Monitor open orders and flag potential delays or discrepancies
• Work effectively with team members to support purchasing operations and shared goals
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure alignment and responsiveness
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

What This Job Offers

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