Purchasing Specialist

Lott Oil Company has established itself as a regional leader in the petroleum and oil industry. Throughout the company's growth, our dedication to family values has never wavered. We're family‑owned and operated, and our team prioritizes customer service and personalized solutions. Consider joining our team with the mission of maintaining a constant self‑improvement cycle and assisting Lott Oil Company in remaining a best‑in‑class organization. As a Purchasing Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the company's daily operations by ensuring materials, supplies, equipment and services are available when needed. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, tracking inventory, communicating with vendors and verifying successful and accurate order delivery. Essential Job Functions Processes Purchase Orders for inventory products and non-inventory products and services Evaluates pricing & necessity of goods & services Request & negotiate vendor quotes Identify Vendors / Build Vendor & Lott Oil Relations Complete accurate data logs Data entry for price changes Establish tote numbers Assign part codes to warehouses & vendors Designate freight carriers & schedules pick up dates / times Process, log & corrects receivers Process, log & handle credits & returns Monitor inventory levels Required Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Administrative office role, or documented comparable experience. Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills. Communication: Clear, professional communication skills - both written and verbal. Education: High school diploma #J-18808-Ljbffr