Purchasing Team Lead

Role Overview

• Process orders timely while obtaining proper approvals.
• Address vendor issues and provide timely resolutions and/or potential solutions.
• Reconcile purchase orders.
• Support co-workers with various customer service issues.
• Provide excellent service to co-workers, customers and vendors.
• Respond to email and phone calls within set timelines and with appropriate level of information.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Business Management, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in Purchasing or Customer Service in a high-volume environment.
• Strong working knowledge of purchasing processes, including vendor negotiation, order placement, purchase order reconciliation and issue resolution.
• Recognized for your ability to lead through expertise, influence, and sound judgement rather than formal authority.
• Provide ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, high-volume purchasing environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional, customer-focused approach when working with internal partners, customers, and vendors.
• Comfortable negotiating pricing and terms in alignment with organizational policies and business needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain processes and recommendations to a diverse audience.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable business software systems.

Benefits

• Annual paid Charity Day to give back to a cause meaningful to you
• 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Supportive team and leadership invested in your success