Purchasing Specialist-Automotive Parts Manufacturer at Activ8

A global automotive parts manufacturing company in the Columbus, Ohio, area is currently seeking a Purchasing Specialist. The ideal candidate will have experience in comparison and negotiation to secure prices on materials as well as inventory control. This position is full time and direct hire position with a good benefits package.

Purchasing Specialist Responsibilities:

• Process purchasing orders and quotes requests with suppliers
• Coordinate and schedule appointments for associates and managers
• Ensure supplier confirmations are received and match the purchase orders
• Communicate suppliers and sales staff to examine products, services and prices
• Analyze costs, and reviews cost reduction activities
• Maintain filing systems as assigned
• Support other operations staff and managers as needed

Purchasing Specialist Requirements:

• Must have excellent communication skills and computer skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a cross-functional team environment
• Excellent in time management and in teamwork
• Previous work experience (including internships, co-ops, etc.) in a purchasing or supply chain role preferred
• Understanding of supply chain management standards and procedures
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and related programs
• This position includes manufacturing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Direct applicants only. We do not accept any resumes from any third-party organizations or other recruiters.

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Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for over 20 years. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Oil & Gas industries. With the recent expansion to California and the NYC/NJ area, our coastal offices have started working with clients in the Banking, Finance, and Entertainment Industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of you to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.

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