Senior Purchasing Specialist

Live Events•Newark, DE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing and managing the company's procurement activities to ensure the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. This role involves developing and implementing purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining accurate records of procurement transactions. The Senior Purchasing Specialist collaborates closely with various departments to forecast demand, control inventory levels, and achieve cost savings while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive purchasing experience
Prior inventory management experience required
Detail oriented with ability to prioritize multiple projects and focus on strategic growth
Ability to manage in a continuously changing environment
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Proven experience in decision making and problem solving skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality at the highest level and perform with minimal supervision
A 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related major

Nice To Haves

Google Workspace, NetSuite, HubSpot, Claude, and Monday.com are preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the procurement process for inventory, equipment, and services across multiple domestic and international vendors
Create, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies
Ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any issues related to delays, quality, or discrepancies
Support and improve internal controls related to procurement and inventory management
Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing, terms, and contracts
Assist in onboarding new vendors and evaluating supplier performance
Maintain accurate records of vendor performance metrics
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with operations, warehouse, and finance teams to forecast purchasing needs
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment on supply requirements and operational needs
Analyze purchasing data and trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supply chain efficiency
Maintain data integrity across reporting systems
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and related procurement data
Collaborate with accounting to ensure proper invoice matching, accruals, and vendor payment accuracy