Purchasing Specialist

Summary:

Full responsibility for the purchasing of allproducts for Pearl Technologies, Inc., a leader in the flexible packaging andblown film industries.  Maintains inventory by preparing purchaseorders and bid requests; adds received goods to inventory, maintains informationsystems and historical references. ?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Locates vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and determines product availability and terms of sales. Able to achieve the required objectives of the business in a timely and cost effective way by obtaining competitive bids, analyzing price quotations and negotiating contracts. Orders raw materials and other products as required while supporting manufacturing objectives. Expedites any materials required to meet customer requests or deadlines. Follows-up on projects from engineering and manufacturing daily sheets to make sure all materials are in house or ordered with delivery dates (documented for quick reference). Researches and implements new, better and/or alternate sources of suppliers. Develops and maintains procedures, reports, spread sheets and makes sure that data is current. Prepares job costing and budgets as required. Able to work in a multi-tasking environment or perform any other reasonable request.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be ableto perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representational of theknowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. Relevant academic degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing purchasing; mechanical background a plus. Detail oriented, self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills. Must be able to work in an often times fast-paced atmosphere under pressure. Able to manage multiple changing priorities while meeting deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface with personnel at all levels throughout the business. Proficient in the use of computers, Word, Excel, and knowledgeable of 4D. Must possess good interpersonal, people skills and negotiating skills. 



Benefits:  

Pearl Technologies, Inc. is committed to itsemployees and families. Comprehensive benefits package includes: Health Insurance Plan, DentalBenefit, 401(k) with Employer Contribution, Paid Time Off, TuitionReimbursement, Employee Discounts, Flexible Spending Account, and PaidHolidays.  Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with education and experience.  EEO Employer. 

If you are ready to contribute to the ongoing success of a dynamic organization, please forward your resume and cover letter.