Purchasing Specialist

International Wholesale Tile•Palm City, FL

4d•$17 - $18

About The Position

Purchasing Specialist Job Summary: IWT's Purchasing Specialist works as the communication facilitator with Sales and Management teams regarding receiving material ordered by the Program Administrators. It is imperative that the Purchasing Specialist projects a positive attitude, maintains a favorable working relationship with company employees and external vendors, fosters a cooperative and unified environment, focuses on productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness while maintaining the balance of protecting the company’s confidential information. Major Areas of Accountability: Create new PO's and send to suppliers Verify confirmations against PO's and file Follow up with factory back orders Follow up and provide ETA's to CS and sales reps Work on open orders for suppliers Process direct ship orders Arrange pickup and freight on direct ship orders and material source orders Assist in locating material locally Assist other distributors with purchases (reciprocating purchases) Update item files in Dancik (i.e., Weights, descriptions, packing info, cost) Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and take prompt corrective action or suggest courses of action which may be taken to achieve favorable resolutions. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested. Cross training responsibilities Match invoices & packing list to PO's and make the necessary changes to PO's Check incoming materials, download & bar code for warehouse receiving Receive material the system, check quantity received against billed, pass out BO's, add in all landed cost Essential Job Requirements: Excellent verbal communication skills, proficient in Microsoft programs with the capacity to interact with advanced ERP software. Organizational skills are a must. Education: High School degree / or GED equivalency Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in related field of expertise preferred. Required Skills : Works well with management, peers, and subordinates. Ability to always communicate and conduct themselves professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts. Positive interpersonal skills and a friendly customer service orientation Excellent communication skills - verbal and written Above average listening skills Must be able to perform basic math skills, problem analysis and problem-solving Require a high attention to detail and accuracy. Must be adaptable and show initiative Must possess a high stress tolerance level and thrive under pressure. Physical Requirements : Must be able to bend, stoop, stand and sit for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 20lbs. Benefits: Paid Time Off Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) 401 K with specifically defined company match Bonus potential (not guaranteed) Work perks (i.e.: Tickets at Work, Verizon) Schedule: 8-hour shifts – ½ hour unpaid lunch break Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Rate of Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Requirements

Excellent verbal communication skills, proficient in Microsoft programs with the capacity to interact with advanced ERP software.
Organizational skills are a must.
High School degree / or GED equivalency
Minimum 2 years’ experience in related field of expertise preferred.
Works well with management, peers, and subordinates.
Ability to always communicate and conduct themselves professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
Positive interpersonal skills and a friendly customer service orientation
Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
Above average listening skills
Must be able to perform basic math skills, problem analysis and problem-solving
Require a high attention to detail and accuracy.
Must be adaptable and show initiative
Must possess a high stress tolerance level and thrive under pressure.
Must be able to bend, stoop, stand and sit for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift 20lbs.

Responsibilities

Create new PO's and send to suppliers
Verify confirmations against PO's and file
Follow up with factory back orders
Follow up and provide ETA's to CS and sales reps
Work on open orders for suppliers
Process direct ship orders
Arrange pickup and freight on direct ship orders and material source orders
Assist in locating material locally
Assist other distributors with purchases (reciprocating purchases)
Update item files in Dancik (i.e., Weights, descriptions, packing info, cost)
Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and take prompt corrective action or suggest courses of action which may be taken to achieve favorable resolutions.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
Cross training responsibilities
Match invoices & packing list to PO's and make the necessary changes to PO's
Check incoming materials, download & bar code for warehouse receiving
Receive material the system, check quantity received against billed, pass out BO's, add in all landed cost