Process purchasing requests into purchase orders, maintaining communication with suppliers and internal customers, from order placement to receipt, to ensure vendor quality and schedules are met
Expedite orders where necessary and update ERP system to reflect order status
Locate new sources of supply and maintain good working relationships with vendors and manufacturers
Review and set up new suppliers
Identify opportunities to reduce cost through negotiations and supplier selection
Participate in procurement projects and in some cases, management of sub-projects within a defined framework
Cooperate and coordinate, within the scope of task, with suppliers, managers and internal customers
Support and act as backup for other team members in their tasks
Maintain and enhance operational procedures to increase efficiency and productivity