Pinnacle Technology · 15 hours ago
Purchase Specialist
Imperial, PA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$34/hr - $35/hr
2+ years expPinnacle Technology is seeking a Purchase Specialist to enhance their purchasing activities through effective sourcing and procurement strategies. The role involves managing supplier relationships, conducting negotiations, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies while delivering operational excellence.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyOutsourcingSoftware
Hiring Manager
Himani Gupta
Responsibilities
Drive procurement activities on assigned projects to deliver a competitive advantage within the North American market and apply advanced sourcing and procurement best practices towards operational excellence
Conduct RFQ’s, negotiate pricing and contractual terms
Issue purchase orders and actively support the full procure to-pay cycle
Maintain full compliance with all applicable regulations when purchasing for U.S. Government and defense-related programs
Follow-up PO acknowledgement, delivery status and solve delivery problems and schedule changes. Keep ERP system updated to reflect any change
Ensure all invoices are received promptly to support accurate processing and cash-flow management
Facilitate the resolution of AP, logistics and customs issues related to purchase orders
Improve key performance metrics for NA region such as on-time delivery, savings against budget, year-over-year deflation, payment terms, cost of failure and liquidated damage claims related to suppliers’ delays
Qualification
Required
Flexibility to travel up to 10%, supporting both domestic and international business needs
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in business related areas
Minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial sourcing, procurement, supplier management and contract negotiation or 1 year experience plus MBA / master's degree in relevant field
Experience in purchase order execution
Ability to be proactive and negotiate with vendors/supplies when needed
Fundamental knowledge of sourcing and procurement process
Preferred
Following up and expediting procurement process from purchase to delivery
Solid M/S office skills including excel formulas, v-look up and pivot table knowledge
Knowledge of SAP
Company
Pinnacle Technology
Pinnacle Technology provides staffing solutions, outsourcing, and systems integration services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2025-02-21
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