Purchasing Specialist

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist will manage the end‑to‑end procurement process, ensuring timely and cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services. This role works closely with internal teams and external suppliers to maintain smooth supply chain operations.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle from request receipt to purchase order issuance.
• Track order deliveries, resolve late deliveries or discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance, and address supply‑chain issues.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules to meet company needs.
• Implement sourcing strategies to reduce costs and improve value for money.
• Monitor stock levels, adjust orders based on inventory needs and demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with inventory teams to optimize stock turnover and avoid excess inventory.
• Coordinate with finance, logistics, production and other departments to ensure seamless purchasing processes.
• Prepare purchasing reports on cost savings, supplier performance and order status.
• Analyze purchasing data to identify efficiency improvement opportunities.

Required profile

• Experience in purchase order management and supplier relationship management.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, terms and delivery schedules.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and demand forecasting.
• Effective internal collaboration with finance, logistics and production teams.
• Analytical skills for reporting and data‑driven decision making.

Required skills