Purchasing Specialist at K&M Tire

Delphos, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Vendor Management, Detail Oriented, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Multi-tasking, Customer Service, Purchase Order Management, Reconciliation, Tracking, Claims Processing, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Data Entry, Logistics Management

Industry

Warehousing and Storage

Description

Description Job Summary: The PURCHASING SPECIALIST works under the direction of the Purchasing Director. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: communicating with vendors on ETAs and will-calls (Purchase Log); processing ASNs; PO add-ons / reconciliations; processing inbound container tracking; creation and submission of vendor orders. Job Duties and Responsibilities Manage the Purchase Log by contacting vendors for returns, availability, ETAs and submit will-call orders. Acquire tires from outside vendors when requested due to backorder status or time sensitivity. Manage communication with other departments, vendors and customers. Receive and process ASNs electronically from vendors Work with and report any problems to the Director of Purchasing. Manage LFD and Detention charges with vendors. Process RGA claims for overages, shortages, mis-ships, etc between the Warehouse and Vendor. Work with WAMs and Analysts to support PO add-ons. Schedule and track vendor backhauls on the Tribune schedule. Manage the container summary report to track inbound containers. (Level II) Maintain the Pending Delivery tab on the Delivery Schedule to ensure current ETA’s. (Level II) Process and submit wire payments on a weekly basis. (Level II) Perform open order reconciliations between the vendor’s system and our system. (Level III) Monitor discontinued and non-stock SKUs monthly (Level III). Create and submit purchase orders to vendors, check and verify backorders. (Level III) Review price discrepancies, submit and track claims as needed (Level III). Create and maintain K&M’s and field concepts, practices and procedures. Perform other duties as appropriate and assigned. Support company goals and uphold K&M Tire’s Mission, Vision, & Values. Requirements Job Requirements: Live and Uphold K&M Tire’s Mission, Vision & Values. Ability to work in a multi-task, professional environment. Ability to express ideas clearly both in written and oral communications. Possess a friendly and helpful attitude. Ability to plan and organize effectively. Ability to be very thorough and detail oriented. Possess above average knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Knowledge and ability to use computer, telephone, copier and calculator. Purchasing Specialist I Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Satisfactory testing on entry level skills Purchasing Specialist II Minimum Qualifications: Requirements for Purchasing Specialist I; plus 2-year degree or relevant experience Purchasing Specialist III Minimum Qualifications: Requirements for Purchasing Specialist II; plus 4-year degree or relevant experience

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Specialist manages vendor communications, processes ASNs, and handles purchase orders. They also track inbound containers and manage claims related to overages and shortages.