Purchasing Administrator (On-site)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of purchasing procedures and be able to negotiate effectively with suppliers and vendors.

Position Summary:

Supports purchasing function by verifying records.  Assists with selection, qualification and use of outside processors. 

Responsibilities:

• Contact suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.
• Review orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
• Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists.
• Track the status of orders
• Check shipments upon arrival to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications.
• Compare suppliers’ bills with purchase orders to verify accuracy.
• Send bills for payment approval
• Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogs and the internet.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• Experience with Oracle and MS Office preferred.  
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. 
• Must adapt to frequent changes, be self-starting and be able to work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.