Purchasing Specialist

We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to help maintain a dependable and efficient procurement process for daily operations in Romulus, Michigan. This role focuses on securing materials and services, coordinating with suppliers, and keeping purchasing activity organized and accurate. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when evaluating options, and the ability to work closely with internal teams to support inventory and operational needs.

Responsibilities:
• Identify and procure materials, equipment, and services that align with operational requirements, budget expectations, and delivery timelines.
• Request and assess supplier quotations, support price and term discussions when needed, and build productive working relationships with vendors.
• Create, release, and monitor purchase orders to ensure items are delivered correctly and on schedule.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm lead times, resolve order discrepancies, and address delivery-related concerns.
• Review vendor performance and share recommendations that improve reliability, quality, and overall purchasing results.
• Partner with internal departments to understand demand, anticipate supply needs, and support effective planning decisions.
• Help maintain balanced inventory levels by assisting with reconciliation efforts and identifying risks related to shortages or excess stock.
• Keep procurement records, vendor information, and supporting documentation accurate, current, and organized for reporting and compliance purposes.
• Prepare purchasing reports and track key activity metrics to support visibility into spending, order status, and procurement effectiveness.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and assist with additional purchasing-related projects as business needs require.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support.
• Demonstrated ability to manage purchasing activities, material sourcing, and vendor coordination effectively.
• Working knowledge of inventory analysis, order tracking, and procurement documentation practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong capability in Excel.
• Experience using purchasing or ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities successfully in a fast-paced work environment.

Compensation

$65,000.00-$75,000.00 Yearly

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