KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
A PURCHASING STAFF is generally responsible for negotiating contracts with vendors as well as reviewing product quality and delivery times to ensure vendors are complying with their contracts. A purchasing staff is also responsible for finding and evaluating new vendors.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews purchase requisitions and coordinate with requester on any clarifications
- Makes business decisions about where and when to buy certain assets as requested
- Maintains and accurately updates the information database
- Works with team members to maximize buy-side purchasing opportunities
- Develops new and unique customers and accounts
- Processes purchase orders, requisitions, and bid requests
- Communicates with vendors on status of outstanding orders as well as discrepancies with quality and quantity
- Analyzes
trends and market conditions for present and future pricing, availability, lead-time and capacity of goods and services
- Drafts and submits budget proposals and recommends budget changes as needed
Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of purchasing process
- Persuasive and diplomatic
- Effective bartering and negotiation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- General knowledge of budgeting, inventory and cost-management
- Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
- Prioritizes and executes task in a high-pressure environment
Must have a keen understanding and appreciation for all aspects of the food system:
sourcing new products and ingredients, developing strategic partnerships with suppliers and distributors, and successfully merchandising foods to meet the expectations.