Procurement Specialist - Premier Staffing Solution

Position Overview:

The Procurement Specialist/Buyer will be a critical member of the Sourcing team, and will be one of the faces to an ever-growing supplier network.  This new role will support overall company growth, and while day-to-day sourcing tasks may vary, overall responsibility is to work with the Operations Team to ensure Customer needs are met. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist procurement activities for all business segments, supporting the team with contract reviews, cost and inventory management, and ensuring on-time delivery and quality of product
• Create, execute, and update purchase and work orders consistent with operational/contractual requirements and to maintain reliable data/ETAs
• Oversee inventory production scheduling and reporting of delays
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure accuracy and timely payments to suppliers
• Track backorders and work with Sourcing team to mitigate/prevent future stock outs 
• Perform data analysis and make recommendations for new improvements within the supply chain and operations team.
• Work cross-functionally on new product introductions to ensure alignment on project deliverables (cost, quality, inventory, delivery)

Experience, Education and Skill Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, General Business or 5 years of relevant work experience 
• Microsoft Office Suite - particularly Excel 
• NetSuite experience a bonus
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Buyer experience preferred, but not required

Work Environment:

This role will be based in Cold Spring  headquarters.  Some travel may be required to meet with vendors or to attend trade shows.