Procurement Administrator

The Procurement Administrator will support procurement activities for goods and services. This  includes research, data analysis, and execution of purchasing processes to meet operational needs. This position can be remote, but must be near the following areas to attend occasional training and meetings: Springfield, MO, New Albany, IN, or Alpharetta, GA.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Fulfill technician orders in a timely manner
• Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services
• Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations
• Analyze data and draw conclusions to assist with purchasing volume and monitor vendor performance
• Assist with MRP and AQ fill rate analysis
• Provide backup support for equipment purchasing
• Maintain vendor data in Oracle
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and change notices
• Address purchasing issues and work with Accounting on invoice/PO discrepancies
• Update parts, tools, and supply items in Oracle
• Collaborate with the Inventory Team to optimize performance
• Maintain reports, spreadsheets, and prepare PowerPoint presentations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Works well at multi-tasking in a fast-paced ever moving purchasing environment 
• Self-starter and self-motivated individual that requires minimal supervision 
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Research, analyze and provide effective alternative solutions with departmental data and information
• Collaborate with co-workers and contribute to group discussion and problem-solving situations
• Document conversations and gather data quickly and accurately
• Exhibit teamwork and act with empathy and focus while resolving conflict/problems
• Above and beyond customer service in all situations 
• Critical thinking and quick decision making
• Clear verbal and written communication and effective listening 
• Conflict resolution and problem solving
• High standard of accuracy with attention to detail and thorough follow through 
• Maintain professional confidentiality and patience with customers and within the workplace
• Ability to build, maintain, and contribute to a positive team workplace
• Stay current with emails, procedural updates, and pursue training and development opportunities  
• Accurate typing, spelling, and grammar
• Proficient in Microsoft applications:  Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related purchasing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Regularly use hands to feel, reach, and use a keyboard