Purchasing Specialist

KBW is partnered with a growing organization that is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to manage day-to-day purchasing activities and support vendor relationships across the business. This role will be responsible for researching products, coordinating orders, tracking shipments, managing purchase orders, and ensuring purchasing activity is accurate and completed efficiently.

This is a fulltime role with a compensation band of $65k-75k DOE

Key Responsibilities

Research products, compare pricing, and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality and reliability

Manage purchasing activity from requisition through delivery, including tracking orders and shipments

Prepare purchase orders and obtain appropriate approvals

Review requisitions for accuracy, including vendor information, approval dates, product quantities, and other key details

Communicate with internal team members regarding orders, invoices, and approvals for payment

Solicit bids from potential suppliers and assist with evaluating pricing and options

Monitor purchasing activity and forecast inventory needs based on sales trends and business requirements

Maintain vendor relationships and administer vendor contracts, including tracking renewals and following up as needed

Help identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, efficiency, and vendor relationships

Qualifications

Prior experience in purchasing, buying, supply chain, or a related role preferred

Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

Familiarity with purchasing or ERP software

Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors

Knowledge of relevant products, services, and market conditions is a plus

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a copy of your resume to Colleen Rooney at crooney@kbwfinancial.com.

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