Strategic Purchasing & Vendor Relations Specialist

Smith-c210cb62; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our SMITH team. You will work with internal customers, including Sales, to drive revenue, secure favorable supplier terms, and ensure timely procurement of components.

Responsibilities include sourcing, price negotiation, PO execution, dispute resolution, and collaborating with Operations and Accounting to ensure seamless order processing. A Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years in purchasing is preferred; strong negotiation and organizational skills are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in purchasing (1–2 years).
• General knowledge of supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with internal customers (e.g., Sales) to increase revenue and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Source, negotiate prices, and expedite purchase orders (POs).
• Execute and manage POs, resolve disputes, and coordinate with Operations and Accounting to ensure seamless processing.

Skills

Negotiation

Business Acumen

Organized

Interpersonal Savvy

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years purchasing experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Smith is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our SMITH team. You will work with internal customers, including Sales, to drive revenue, secure favorable supplier terms, and ensure timely procurement of components.

Responsibilities include sourcing, price negotiation, PO execution, dispute resolution, and collaborating with Operations and Accounting to ensure seamless order processing. A Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years in purchasing is preferred; strong negotiation and organizational skills are