Roles and Responsibilities

• Develops and implements procurement strategies that align with organizational goals and operational needs.
• Analyzes market trends, pricing structures, and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions.
• Negotiates contracts, pricing agreements, and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal value and reliability.
• Monitors inventory levels and purchasing schedules to support production and operational requirements.
• Prepares and manages purchasing budgets in coordination with Finance and Operations leadership.
• Collaborates with internal departments including Finance, Operations, Inventory, and Quality Assurance to forecast procurement needs and support project timelines.
• Checks in returned inventory from field team, customers and vendors.
• Purchases and coordinates manufacturing parts purchased parts, and materials required for production.
• Tracks and communicates purchase order status, delivery schedules, and order discrepancies.
• Works with vendors on damaged goods/warranty issues and prepares necessary documents.
• Participates in cross-functional initiatives to improve procurement processes, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Initiates and maintains vendor setup and documentation with suppliers.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, contract requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Participates in cross-functional projects and initiatives to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Maintains pricing and cost in NetSuite and on price list.

Other Expectations

• Proficiency with procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of organizational and documentation accuracy.
• Assists in other projects as needed.