Purchasing Specialist

EFC International•St. Louis, MO

21h

About The Position

EFC International is a global supplier of engineered fasteners, strut, strut accessories and specialty components serving automotive, construction, industrial, and distribution markets. We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support our purchasing and procurement processes to ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services at the best possible cost. This includes ensuring the adequate inventory levels to meet sales demand and customer needs, while minimizing excess stock. They analyze data, manage purchase orders, and maintain relationships with suppliers. We are looking for a detail oriented, analytical professional who will be able to ensure our facilities have adequate inventory levels to meet sales demand and customer needs, while minimizing excess stock. The ideal candidate can analyze data, manage purchase orders, and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with an ERP system.
Basic to Intermediate Excel skills
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Industrial or construction industry experience
Background in purchasing and or quoting

Responsibilities

Effectively use ERP system(s) to identify and determine purchasing decisions.
Monitor the system for purchasing requisitions then determine the optimal quantities and delivery dates to ensure customer demand is satisfied without creating an overstock situation.
Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders with respect to the supplier’s lead time, order quantity requirements, and pricing terms.
Ensure that pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quantities are correct on the purchase order.
For orders from a Blanket Order, ensure releases from the Blanket Order are processed by correctly adjusting the balance of the Blanket Order.
Confirm supplier acceptance of purchase order and agreed upon delivery schedule.
Modify purchase order as needed with supplier response.
Monitor order status and track shipment until delivery.
Follow up with suppliers for any issues that cause a delay in a timely delivery.
Work closely with Inside Sales team to respond to customer requests that result in a change to the delivery date.
Expedite as needed, or move out delivery dates as needed communicating closely with the supplier to ensure mutual understanding & acceptance of the modified delivery date.
Work with the Receiving Department to verify that the received goods match the purchase order in terms of quantity, quality, and condition.
Resolve any discrepancies quickly ensuring system records are correct with supplier records.
Maintain purchase orders in the system to ensure accuracy of expected delivery dates and schedule.
Generate Supplier PO Schedules and frequently align with supplier on open purchase orders.
Work closely with Supplier Manager to ensure supplier information is accurate and updated in ERP system(s).