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Encore Talent Solutions is seeking a Procurement Specialist for an end client requirement.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client seeks a highly organized individual to join our team as our Procurement Specialist. As a key developing role in a growing CPG business, this individual should be a self-motivated, adaptable critical thinker with a willingness to learn. This position involves a broad range of supply chain, product development and operations support related responsibilities. This individual will report into our Supply Chain Manager and work collaboratively with our Product Development Manager. The Procurement Specialist will support our Supply Chain Manager and Product Development Manager by building vendor relationships to secure the best prices on products for our company, as well as increase operational efficiencies by conducting these other responsibilities:
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES
Inventory & Product Management
Assist in systems, document, and data management
Building standardized documents to support cross department needs
Purchasing and quality control
Generate sales, inventory, and KPI data for reporting
Product development
Product certification and compliance
Project management
Work with team on demand planning and forecasting
Tracking Supplier Metrics & Performance
Evaluate components loss and recovery plan
Inventory conversions for Amazon and DTC
Other related Supply Chain & Product Development Functions
QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in business, purchasing, operations, supply chain, related fields preferred, or equivalent related work experience
Self-starter proficient working with cross-functional teams, including demonstrated motivation, influence, and the ability to drive change across all levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with effective interpersonal skills including negotiation, consultation, liaison, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent supplier management skills including demonstrated ability to develop and manage business driven supplier executive relationships
Understanding of basic business, accounting, and math principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office products. Strong Excel skills preferred.
Strong attention to detail required as work prepared by this position is presented to executive management for use in decision making
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Enthusiasm for natural products and a healthy lifestyle is a plus.