Purchasing Logistics Specialist

Please note! This role is on-site in Denton, Texas. No remote work.

Our client is growing! They are seeking a skilled Purchasing and Logistics Specialist to buy goods and services necessary for our client. You have the opportunity to raise profits by making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset. The ideal candidate will know how to evaluate market conditions and different suppliers. Must have excellent communication skills in order to help you negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships. In addition to purchasing, this position needs will coordinate all inbound and outbound deliveries in order for products to move in and out of the business. The objective of this role is to acquire supplies that are critical for the success of their operations

Job Requirements:

• Negotiates pricing/purchasing terms for both raw materials and logistics.
• Tracks deliveries vs. scheduled receipt dates, maintains open PO records.
• Ensures compliance with material management processes and procedures.
• Participation in the organization and execution of all systems and processes required to reduce cost, improve quality, and deliver throughout the company.
• Monitor process and product quality for compliance with standards that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Implementation of new methods and processes.
• Must be highly organized.
• Research and implement Best Manufacturing Practices.
• Participation in appropriate cross functional teams.
• Negotiate terms for both inbound and outbound deliveries along with keeping a schedule calendar for all to share.
• Planning and budget preparation.
• Set schedules for manufacturing needs based off customer needs.
• Use of financial and non-financial data to measure performance.

Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of business management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation)
• Capable of researching pricing & price negotiation
• Computer literacy Microsoft Office (Excel. Word, Outlook)
• Must be detail oriented and have a strong desire to learn.
• Has the ability to maintain resource materials, supplies, and equipment to ensure smooth office operation.
• Capable of multi-tasking and interfacing with multiple departments.
• Capable of analyzing and prioritizing information for presentation to management for decision making and opportunity purchases.
• Presents a professional, positive image that reflects well on the organization.
• Must have excellent people skills and know how to conduct business on the phone.
• Must be dedicated to the job and own it.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently

Biter & Associates is a direct-hire recruiting firm. No fee is ever charged to the candidate. All fees are paid by our client companies. Candidates must submit a minimum of three professional references and agree to a criminal background check, employment verification and verification of education.