Procurement Associate

Purchasing Associate Responsibilities:Generates and processes purchase ordersApproves material invoices and reconciles with the purchase orderMaintains records of goods ordered and receivedNegotiates prices and contracts with supplierBuilds and maintains relationships with vendorsSelects prospective vendors and negotiates pricingEvaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and priceEnsures timely fulfillment of ordersEvaluates vendors to compare pricing and servicesCoordinates with fellow associates to monitor inventory and determine supply needsWorks with field personnel on material changes and unforeseen needsEnsures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they ariseTracks excess and leftover materials for return or use on other projectsOccasionally travels to vendor locations #J-18808-Ljbffr