Purchase Executive

• All procurement functions including sourcing, negotiating, and expediting various materials and services in an ‘engineered-to-order environment
• Accountable and responsible for creating and analysingrequests for quotations and processing purchase orders
• Continuously source & develop supply alternatives (including overseas opportunities) to reduce costs while maintaining production schedule requirements
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships to supply purchased goods and services, which meet the quality and service standards of our Customers
• Interface with Project Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing departments to prioritize required materials and services to meet the Customer’s needs
• Communicate with managers concerning vendor performance, pricing issues, delivery issues, and any other pertinent information that requires cross-functional strategies within the supply chain

Requirements

• At least three (3) yearsof purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• A minimum of one-year experience purchasing Maintenance, Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors
• A minimum of one year of experience reviewing technical drawings
• Experience with documentation (especially using MS 365)
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Strongnegotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent networking and time management skills