Purchasing Specialist 2

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Your Role:
As a Purchasing Specialist 2 you will plan all assigned raw materials, indirect materials and process orders in ERP System.
General Administrative duties as assigned.
Convert planned orders to requisitions and into purchase orders (including raw materials, finished goods, subcontracted materials, custom orders and blanket releases).
Acknowledge order placement with suppliers for order acceptance and delivery confirmation.
Proactively monitor and make decisions to expedite orders to ensure material is delivered on time.
Successfully resolve all receiving discrepancies from suppliers.
Successfully resolve all invoice discrepancies from suppliers.
Update and maintain Purchasing records in ERP system.
Light negotiation and supplier sourcing activities.
Perform Requests for Quotes, Requests for Information and Requests for Proposals as assigned.
Process product change system forms for changes to materials.
Review and qualify new suppliers according to standard operating procedures.
Independently review, discuss and work closely with Supervisor and make decisions to resolve all issues.
Other duties as assigned.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
7+ years of purchasing experience.
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
3+ years of purchasing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Biochemical or Biotechnical procurement experience.
APICS certification.
Six Sigma (or equivalent) certification.
Microsoft Office experience; advanced Excel experience and knowledge.
Experience in SAP.
Team leadership experience.
Knowledge of current purchasing principles, methods, and techniques.
Knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning and Planning Practices.
Ability to professionally communicate with multiple levels within and outside the organization.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Highly effective verbal and written skills including professional email etiquette.