Purchasing Specialist

Cheney Brothers, Inc.; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cheney Brothers, Inc. in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to source, negotiate, and procure goods and services for the organization with focus on cost efficiency and on-time delivery.

You will manage purchase orders, vendor relations, and inventory controls to support operations. The role requires 1–3 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of work experience.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with inventory, scheduling and tracking software.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Ability to communicate effectively with leaders verbally and in writing.
• Microsoft Office experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor special order items to ensure moving as promised.
• Review dead/slow inventory and coordinate with warehouse moves.
• Assist retrieving confirmations prior to receiving.
• Use SAP dashboards to ensure timely addressing of items.
• Assist in sourcing products.
• Address administrative challenges with product information.
• Maintain an accurate database of vendor contacts.
• Ensure drop ship items are handled properly.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Communication skills

SAP familiarity

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services needed by an organization. They evaluate suppliers, compare prices and quality, and ensure timely delivery of materials while maintaining cost-efficiency and compliance with company policies. This role involves managing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with internal departments to understand procurement needs. Purchasing Specialists also monitor inventory levels, resolve vendor issues, and contribute to optimizing supply chain operations. Their work supports operational continuity and helps the organization meet its strategic and financial goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor special order items to ensure that they are moved as promised.
• Work with department managers to review dead/slow inventory and move to more appropriate warehouse(s).
• Assist retrieving confirmations prior to receiving.
• Work within SAP platform reviewing dashboards, ensuring all items are addressed timely.
• Assist in sourcing products.
• Review and help project anticipated out of stock products.
• Address administrative challenges with product (missing pictures, information, etc.)
• Work with vendors to ensure accurate descriptions.
• Adhere to rebill processes.
• Timely maintenance of an accurate database of vendor contacts.
• Appropriately address drop ship items.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Work Experience: 1 - 3 Years

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with inventory, scheduling and tracking software.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Ability to effectively communicate with leaders verbally and written.
• Microsoft Office experience.