The Purchasing Specialist at Panda Windows & Doors will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies critical to the company's manufacturing operations. This role focuses on developing procurement strategies to optimize costs while ensuring high-quality standards. The Purchasing Specialist will work closely with suppliers, production, and finance teams to ensure a smooth procurement process, timely deliveries, and accurate inventory management.
Key Responsibilities:
-Procurement Strategy Development:
Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize costs, maintain quality standards, and mitigate supply chain risks. Ensure these strategies align with the overall goals of Panda Windows & Doors.
- Supplier Identification & Contract Negotiation:
Identify, evaluate, and engage with potential suppliers. Negotiate contracts to secure favorable pricing, delivery terms, and conditions while maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning:
Analyze demand patterns and forecast future needs to avoid shortages or excess inventory. Collaborate with production and project teams to align procurement with project timelines and objectives.
- Vendor Performance & Contract Compliance:
Evaluate and monitor contracts to ensure vendors comply with agreed-upon terms and conditions. Ensure timely resolution of any quality, delivery, or pricing issues.
- Record Keeping & Analysis:
Maintain and regularly review records of purchases, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventory levels. Use these insights to recommend improvements to the procurement process.
- Purchasing Policy & Process Guidance:
Provide expert advice on purchasing policies and processes. Ensure procurement activities comply with company standards and legal requirements.
- Invoice Verification & Reconciliation:
Receive, verify, and reconcile supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy in billing, deliveries, and payments. Collaborate with the finance team to ensure smooth processing.
- Vendor Accounts & Financial Oversight:
Handle accounts for vendors and other entities. Keep track of payments, expenditures, and historical purchasing records, ensuring accurate financial documentation.
- Inventory Management & Reconciliation:
Manage regular inventory counts, reconcile differences, and ensure stock levels are properly tracked and maintained. Work with the production and finance teams to resolve any discrepancies.
- Experience:
2-4 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role, preferably in the windows and doors industry or a related manufacturing environment. Familiarity with ERP systems is preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and purchasing software.
- Analytical thinking with the ability to forecast and plan future purchasing needs.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving supply chain issues.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience in the windows and doors industry or construction materials procurement.
- Familiarity with international sourcing and supplier management.
- Understanding of inventory management principles and cost-control strategies.