The Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV monitors and analyzes the commodities market and overall economic conditions to ensure that commodities are purchased at competitive prices. Purchases commodities for use in manufacturing and other business applications. Being a Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Participates in contract negotiations and ensures that orders include correct quantities and comply with quality standards. In addition, Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV requires technical and purchasing expertise on assigned commodities. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as a Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience.
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The Purchasing Agent IV inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Being a Purchasing Agent IV expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. In addition, Purchasing Agent IV coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. Being a Purchasing Agent IV independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Working as a Purchasing Agent IV typically requires 5-7 years of related experience.
The Purchasing Generalist IV qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being a Purchasing Generalist IV may be responsible for checking and guiding the work of lower-level buyers. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Purchasing Generalist IV typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Purchasing Generalist IV is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. Working as a Purchasing Generalist IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience.
Purchasing Clerk IV initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Clerk IV interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Clerk IV coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Clerk IV independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Clerk IV typically requires 5-7 years of related experience.