Purchasing/Warehouse Specialist

COMFORT FLOW HEATING CO•Roseburg, OR

About The Position

Plan and organize the comprehensive purchasing functions for Comfort Flow Heating to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations. Work in conjunction with purchasing and warehouse personnel. Achieve department objectives and goals within budget.

Requirements

Strong ability to prioritize tasks, plan and manage projects and activities
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Basic math skills including the use of fractions, percentages, and/or ratios
Knowledge of federal and state purchasing regulations
Valid driver license and clean driving record, insurable by company insurance
Knowledge of company policies and procedures
Ability to work with and manage a diverse group of employees and suppliers
Flexibility to work in changing conditions, work on multiple projects, dealing with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
Minimum High School diploma or equivalent is required
Job related experience within specialized field is required
Continually exercises good judgement and discretion
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Efficiency of employees under supervision
Attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Degree in business, materials management, operations management or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, organize and evaluate purchasing activities of Comfort Flow Heating
Assist in developing purchasing policies and procedures
Select vendors for various materials, equipment and supplies
Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions. Award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards
Establish appropriate inventory levels, commit to minimum/maximum levels
Assist in training new employees for warehouse department
Review requisitions orders for accuracy
Verify that materials, equipment and supply stock are available from current inventories
Source and obtain price quotations from catalogues and suppliers, prepare purchase orders
Calculate cost of orders and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts
Work with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve shortages, missed deliveries, and other issues that may arise
Oversee maintenance and repairs of all company vehicles