Purchase Specialist

JobSquad Staffing Solutions; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic staffing solutions firm based in Miami is seeking a motivated Purchasing & Vendor Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for vendor relationship management, procurement, and inventory oversight. The ideal candidate is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, possesses strong negotiation skills, and has solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and QuickBooks. This opportunity allows you to work in a collaborative office environment, contributing significantly to the company's success.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in English & Spanish – REQUIRED.
• Strong Microsoft Office and QuickBooks knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Evaluate purchasing options and negotiate contracts.
• Ensure accurate tracking of purchases and inventory.
• Interview suppliers and visit facilities.
• Coordinate with suppliers for deliveries.

Skills

Bilingual in English & Spanish

Strong Microsoft Office knowledge

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational abilities

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Purchasing & Vendor Coordinator. If you are fully bilingual, organized, and enjoy negotiating and building relationships, this role is perfect for you!

Key Job Functions

• Vendor Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Procurement & Cost Optimization – Evaluate purchasing options, negotiate contracts, and recommend alternatives to maximize value for the company.
• Inventory & Payment Oversight – Ensure accurate tracking of purchases, receipts, and inventory while authorizing payments and maintaining records.

Additional Responsibilities

• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, availability, and other key criteria.
• Interview suppliers and visit their facilities to gather information on products, services, and pricing.
• Coordinate with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve shipping issues.

What We’re Looking For

• Fully bilingual in English & Spanish – REQUIRED
• Strong Microsoft Office and QuickBooks knowledge
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Work in a collaborative office environment at our manufacturing warehouse, where your skills in vendor management, negotiation, and organization are valued and rewarded. This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to the efficiency and success of our company.