Purchasing Specialist

Ascendo Resources; United States; On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A successful company in consumer products is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement processes. Located in Ft. Lauderdale, this in-office role requires candidates to reside within a 20-25 mile radius. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, creating purchase orders, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, health insurance, and paid time off. Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience in procurement and proficiency in MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant Purchasing/Procurement experience in Consumer Goods.
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite including Excel, Outlook, Word.
• Experience with SAGE100 or a comparable ERP system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders for raw materials, components, labels and MRO.
• Follow up with vendors for accurate tracking information and delivery dates.
• Identify and qualify vendors as reliable sources for materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Proficiency with MS Office

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAGE100

Job description

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A successful company that manufactures Fine Products. Makers of the world’s finest Hair Care, Sunless Tanning, Sports Nutrition, and PPE products for over 30 years are looking to hire a Purchasing Specialist. The position is based IN OFFICE M-F in Ft. Lauderdale. Must live within a 20-25 mile radius from the office. $55K + End of the year bonus

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders for raw materials, components, labels and MRO (as necessary)
• Follow up with vendors for accurate tracking information and delivery dates to ensure lead times align with sales order completion
• Identify and qualify vendors as reliable sources for the materials required
• Communicate to management and sales team of any delivery delays and propose suggestions on how to mitigate any delays
• Establish vendor accountability by ensuring the vendor is providing materials at the best cost, shortest lead times and on time, in full delivery
• Continuous reduction in cycle times between purchase orders and delivery
• Develop, plan, and execute long‑term cost savings initiatives for the organization by using proven supply chain strategies
• Inventory analysis of excess and aged components
• Build and maintain vendor relationships
• Maintain and update costs for all purchases
• Establish inventory/non-inventory part numbers and entry into the ERP
• Work with accounting to correct any discrepancies with order releases, invoices, packaging lists
• Utilize web‑based logistics software to schedule incoming shipments
• Propose improvements to the current purchasing system that will improve vendor relationships and lower costs

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant Purchasing/Procurement experience in Consumer Goods
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite including Excel, Outlook, Word
• Experience with SAGE100 or a comparable ERP system is a plus
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Adaptability and desire to grow with our company

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance