Purchasing Coordinator jobs in Rutland, VT

Overall Responsibility

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all purchasing activities in support of the company’s procurement strategies.

Role Description

• Procures raw materials, supplies and services to support all functions of the business
• Ensures purchasing functions are completed in accordance with established policies and procedures to maximize efficiency and minimize cost of organization's supply chain
• Tracks and resolves purchasing related problems, errors, or discrepancies
• Supports the Approved Supplier Program
• Establish and maintain effective business relations with vendors and suppliers
• Manages and monitors vendor's performance to ensure they meet company's requirements
• Quote alternative vendors or suppliers to ensure best pricing
• Optimizing inventory by utilizing forecasts and establishing effective reorder levels

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, experience and education
• 3 years’ related work experience
• Experience working with suppliers and/or customers
• High competency level in MS Office applications
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, including MPS and ERP systems
• Understanding of effective purchasing policies and procedures
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Well organized
• Solid communication and negotiation abilities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This is a hybrid role located in Monroe NH, are you okay with commuting to this location on a weekly basis?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Monroe, NH 03771