Purchasing Specialist

As a Purchasing Specialist , you will be responsible for supporting the purchasing, inventory, and operations functions within the company. You will work closely with the sales and operations teams to ensure materials are available for projects, inventory is managed, and tasks are completed in a timely manner.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or a similar role; experience in the flooring or construction industry is preferred.
• Experience with purchasing, B2B procurement, inventory management, and task management. Proficiency in RFMS, Asana, and Microsoft Office is required.
• Strong English communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal teams; familiarity with Texas business practices is preferred.

1.  Procurement & Ordering: Order materials for flooring projects, manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely stock replenishment.
2. Supplier & Vendor Management: Communicate with suppliers to place orders, obtain quotes, track shipments, and ensure the quality and on-time delivery of products.
3. Order Entry & Data Management
4. Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain stock levels and conduct regular inventory checks.
5. Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards and comply with company specifications.
6. Report any issues with product defects or delivery delays. 
7. Administrative Support: Maintain records of purchase orders, invoices, and supplier contracts.
8. Project Support: Collaborate with project managers and sales teams to ensure materials are ordered based on project requirements and timelines.
9. Sales & Customer Support: Provide financing rates and material availability to the sales team, assist customers with material pickups, and process payments.
10. Tax & Compliance: Review and maintain tax-exempt forms and monthly sales tax payments.
11.  Operations Support: Assist with scheduling and other operational tasks as needed, ensuring smooth project flow.
12. Continuous Improvement & Value Addition: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and add value to the department by implementing innovative practices, fostering collaboration, and contributing to overall operational excellence.
13. Management Support: Provide support for any additional administrative, operational, or strategic initiatives requested by management.
14. Take on special projects and other duties as assigned to meet changing business needs and contribute to the overall success of the organization.