Purchasing Specialist
Encore Fire Protection
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Pawtucket • Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Organize product requests to identify the best vendor based on price, location, and availability.
- Place accurate orders with suppliers, ensuring correct pricing, parts, and delivery schedules.
- Work closely with product managers to communicate material availability and details to maintain project schedules.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable and internal partners to resolve supplier payment issues and disputes.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers and handle tactical activities related to purchased products, including negotiating pricing and terms.
- Track price trends and deliverables and effectively communicate these insights to the procurement manager and relevant Encore employees.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of procurement experience in a high-volume, service-oriented environment.
- Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage various tasks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with purchasing/inventory management software.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary : Compensation commensurate with your experience, with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses tied to your personal effectiveness and contributions to the team.
- Purpose-Driven Work Environment : We believe in working smarter, not harder. You’ll be part of a culture that values results, and we empower our team to focus on impactful work.
- Flexible Dress Code : Upon joining, you’ll receive branded Encore gear and we believe in dressing for the objective, not the occasion.
- Innovative Culture : We encourage a culture of experimentation and improvement. You’ll have the freedom to express your ideas and be part of a company that is always looking to improve and grow.
- Tools for Success: Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools.
- Health and Wellness : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage through Blue Cross to keep you and your family healthy.
- Retirement Planning : Participation in our Fidelity 401(k) plan with a company match, helping you save for your future.
- Life Insurance : Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000 to give you peace of mind.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
procurementdata entryvendor negotiationorder placementprice trend analysismaterial availability communication
Soft skills
attention to detailtask managementcollaborationcommunicationproblem-solving