Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Administrator to oversee procurement operations, vendor relationships, and supply chain coordination. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, strategic sourcing expertise, and a proven track record of optimizing purchasing processes to support business growth objectives. This role requires on-site presence five days per week and offers the opportunity to build and refine purchasing infrastructure in a growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes including requisition review, purchase order creation, vendor sourcing, and order fulfillment tracking
- Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements to optimize cost savings and quality
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and engineering to forecast purchasing needs and ensure timely material availability
- Monitor inventory levels and implement purchasing strategies that balance cost efficiency with production requirements and storage capacity
- Review and approve purchase requisitions, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and company purchasing policies
- Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
- Maintain accurate records in procurement systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
- Evaluate supplier performance through metrics tracking, quality assessments, and delivery reliability analysis
- Support contract management activities including review, negotiation, and renewal of supplier agreements
- Train and mentor junior purchasing staff on best practices, system utilization, and procurement procedures
- Collaborate with accounts payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment processing
- Generate purchasing reports and analytics for leadership review, highlighting key performance indicators and cost trends
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, strategic sourcing methodologies, and supplier relationship management
- Excellent negotiation skills with proven ability to secure favorable pricing, terms, and service agreements
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
- Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of inventory management principles and production planning concepts
- Experience with contract review and vendor performance evaluation