Responsibilities:

• Creating purchasing orders and procuring company goods and services based on an approved budget.
• Performing research and communicating with vendors and suppliers to find the best goods and services for the company.
• Creating a database of invoices, purchase orders, quote requests, vendor or supplier contracts, and updating it as needed.
• Establishing and developing good working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Reviewing all purchase-related documents for errors before it is sent to the accounting department.
• Tracking and maintaining the status of orders, and reporting any delivery issues to affected supervisors.
• Responding to emergency requests and expediting orders as needed.
• Creating monthly and annual purchase reports for management review.
• Ensuring all purchased goods and services are up to company standards and in compliance with relevant federal or state laws.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a similar field.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a purchasing associate, or a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of financial best practices and the buying process.
• Working knowledge of procurement management software, such as Fraxion, Pipefy, and Precoro.
• Good customer service skills.
• The ability to create strong working relationships with personnel, suppliers, and management.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.