Piqua, Ohio
Procurement Specialist Job Opening in Piqua, Ohio - Founded in 1885, A.M. Leonard is the leader in the horticultural tool and supply business offering quality products, superior customer service, and a selection of over 10,000 items.
We continue to build on our 132-year legacy and are committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining talented team. When you join our team you?ll become part of an innovative culture that helps our customers grow and prosper. Our culture, our environment, our services and products, and most of all, our people, make this a great place to work.
When you work for AM Leonard, you will receive generous Paid Time Off from day 1, access to the onsite gym at no cost to you, and the option (after your initial training period) for flexible scheduling around a core set of hours- and many other generous benefits.
Direct report to the Purchasing Supervisor
Position Description
The Procurement Specialist supports internal customers to insure all products are properly quoted, ordered, delivered and available for shipment to our customers.
Essential Functions
Process Purchase Orders; determine shipping methods and assure buying guidelines conform with established policies and procedures
Prepare products quotes for corporate and inbound sales staff; discuss specifications and terms with management to assure the are sufficiently detailed and clear
Maintain organized vendor files to include records of product lines, agreements, etc.
Communicate with sales staff regarding product information changes including pricing, shipping information, etc.
Aid in interpreting trend reports and predicting future sales
React to any changes in customer demand
Communicate with vendors regarding shipments, pricing and other issues
Compose Pricing Letters and update computer system with related information
Work in coordination with Accounting to insure invoices are accurate
Competencies
Communication ? Written and Verbal
Customer Focus
Decision Making
Problem Solving & Analysis
Mathematical Skills
Team Work
Initiative
Required Education & Experience
General knowledge of purchasing principles and practices
Ability to evaluate different control issues and make decisions based on A.M. Leonard?s policies and procedures
Willingness to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to quickly learn new computer systems and programs
Strong data entry skills Ability to plan and organize workload to meet schedules and timelines
Requires a high degree of understanding of assigned products/vendors
Preferred Education & Experience
Previous purchasing/buying experience
Physical Demands
This position is in an office setting with most work being completed from a desk.
Occasional walking will be required throughout the distribution center.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday with an option after the initial training period for flexible scheduling of eight hours around a base of 7.30a - 5:30pm.
EEO is the law -
Job Type: Full-time
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