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ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - PURCHASING/INDUSTRIAL COMMODITITES

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Southwest Research Institute

2021-12-03 08:59:58

Job location San Antonio, Texas, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Retail & Consumer Products

Job description

Who We Are:

The Industrial Group within the Purchasing Department is responsible for the procurement of a broad range of industrial commodities.


Objectives of this Role:
  • Determine the best source and price for commodities to provide cost savings to the Institute.
  • Maintain compliance with all rules of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
  • Keep projects on schedule by appropriately sourcing items and expediting them accordingly.
  • Maintain accounts and positive working relationships with vendors so that the Institute is in a position to receive the best possible pricing and support.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
  • Solicit proposals for industrial materials and conduct price analysis to ensure that prices are fair and reasonable.
  • Negotiate, finalize, and administer purchase orders and other related agreements.
  • Perform market research to justify sourcing decisions, pricing, and commerciality of items.
  • Expedite orders to provide timely receipt of materials.
  • Work closely with various internal departments to assure prompt inspection, acceptance, and payment of orders.

Requirements:
  • Requires a Bachelors with a 3.00 GPA in Business Administration or related with related experience
  • 0-2 years: Experience negotiating and awarding purchase orders and standing orders, and effectively communicating with suppliers
  • Experience with personal computers
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word or ability to be trained in Excel and Word
  • Ability to utilize independent judgment and be diligent in all assigned tasks, work as part of a team, prioritize, and multi-task
  • Ability to find creative solutions to problems and successfully communicate the results in writing
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required



Special Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR work in section.


Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

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Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

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