Procurement specialist-Buyer

Essential Functions

• Manage full-cycle purchasing for doors, windows, hardware, and related materials
• Prepare, issue, and track approximately 300+ purchase orders
• Maintain annual purchasing volume exceeding $12M while supporting cost-control initiatives
• Forecast material needs based on production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory levels
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms in alignment with company objectives
• Ensure all orders meet product specifications, quality standards, and project requirements
• Monitor open orders and proactively resolve shortages, delays, and backorders
• Coordinate closely with Production, Sales, Warehouse, and Project Management teams
• Review and reconcile vendor invoices and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain accurate purchasing records in ERP/accounting systems
• Support continuous improvement in purchasing processes and supplier performance
• Track market conditions, material pricing trends, and supply chain risks

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