Consumer Products Manufacturer is seeking a top-notch Purchasing Coordinator to assist one of our Brand Managers/ Product Development Managers. You will play a crucial role in supporting the successful development, production and marketing of consumer goods. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills, communication skills and able to work in a fast-past entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities
Communicate daily with overseas office and suppliers in China
Perform administrative tasks such as organizing documents, managing product samples and more.
Maintain comprehensive records of product specifications
Create RFQ's (Request for Quote) , contact suppliers, and follow up as needed
Maintain project quote files and Supplier contact directory
Sample requests to suppliers and follow up to get samples delivered in time, as needed for new product development, product "color refreshes", and sales presentations
Label and organize product samples (Supplier, item number, date, project etc.)
Create Final RFQ's from supplier quotes, add final images including packaging to the quote sheets as needed, link quote to min/max costing file
Request competitive quotes for existing items from other suppliers, check for accuracy upon receipt
Assist with contacting suppliers or pricing confirmation needed for upcoming meetings
Maintain and organize pricing files. As we receive a new price for an existing item, update the RFQ's and Accountedge
Assist with gathering competitive information "competitive shopping", either on-line or in-store, as needed for benchmarking specifications for new product development and sourcing; or for preparing competitive information for sales presentations
Help completing tenders & quotes for all accounts
Requirements:
3 or more years of experience in a business environment.
Experience with consumer products & consumer products manufacturing is a MUST!
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications.