Develops sources of supply and obtains information from suppliers concerning product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc.
Solicits proposals, conducts bid evaluations, evaluates costs, negotiates optimum delivery schedules and ensures the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality
Prepares definitive purchase orders, including terms and conditions, makes award, and administers contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations.
Monitors supplier performance and prepares reports and other records pertaining to the items or services purchased, cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance and/or inventories, as applicable.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, business administration or related curriculum required
4 years Procurement, supply chain or related experience
Master's degree may offset two (2) years of the experience requirement.