Purchasing Administrator

Australia-Employment; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

Dental

PTO

Life Insurance

401k + Match

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Purchasing Administrator for our Hamburg, PA facility. This full-time, permanent role supports procurement activities to ensure timely availability of raw materials, packaging, and supplies for production.

A strong background in purchasing, CMMS reporting, GMP, and supplier negotiations is required. You will work with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Quality, and Operations to maintain accurate records and optimize the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in purchasing, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in generating and interpreting CMMS reports.
• Strong data entry skills with accuracy and speed.
• Understanding of GMP and industry compliance.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking for purchasing data insights.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all purchasing activities for materials, supplies, and services.
• Generate and review CMMS reports to track trends, costs, and inventory.
• Enter and maintain purchasing data accurately in the system.
• Adhere to GMP in all purchasing activities.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and manage relationships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast procurement needs.
• Review supplier performance and implement improvement plans.
• Contribute to purchasing policies and procedures.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies or issues promptly.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration / Supply Chain

Tools

CMMS reports

Excel

Job description

Purchasing Administrator

$20 - $25 per hour | Hamburg, PA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client, a growing food manufacturing company, is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to support day-to-day procurement activities and help ensure the timely availability of raw materials, packaging, supplies, and other materials needed for production. This role will work closely with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Quality, and Operations teams to maintain accurate purchasing records and support an efficient supply chain.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• 401k + Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Administrator to join our team in the Manufacturing industry. This full-time, permanent role will play a crucial part in our procurement department, ensuring that all purchasing activities are carried out efficiently and in line with our company's financial objectives. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in purchasing, a strong understanding of CMMS reports, and a keen eye for detail.

1. Manage and oversee all purchasing activities, including the acquisition of materials, supplies, and services, ensuring they meet the company's quality and cost objectives.
2. Generate, review, and maintain CMMS reports to track purchasing trends, cost analysis, and inventory levels.
3. Perform data entry tasks, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all purchasing data in our system.
4. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in all purchasing activities to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
5. Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and maintain strong, positive relationships.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast future procurement needs and plan accordingly.
7. Regularly review supplier performance and implement improvement strategies as needed.
8. Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures.
9. Resolve any invoice discrepancies or issues that may arise.

Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably within the Manufacturing industry.
2. Proficiency in generating and interpreting CMMS reports.
3. Strong data entry skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.
4. A thorough understanding and demonstrated adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
5. Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
6. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret purchasing data and make informed decisions.
7. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
9. A degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Purchasing Administrator to make a significant impact on our operations. If you are a motivated self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a passion for efficiency, we would love to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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