Purchasing Analyst

Job description:

• · Develops and executes sourcing strategies in support of the purchasing function.
• Job Duties:
• · Identifies, evaluates, and negotiates with suppliers that offer a competitive advantage to the organization.
• · Manages the organization's RFP process and evaluates potential suppliers to ensure that cost, quality, inventory levels, and supply chain operations meet organizational needs.
• · Tracks supplier performance and compliance with expectations or contractual terms.
• · Identifies duplicated purchases across the organization and leverages bulk purchasing power to negotiate price discounts.
• · Ensures that all purchasing activities comply with applicable regulations and guidelines.
• · May work in a specialized purchasing area, such as commodities or raw materials.