Procurement Agent
Whelen Eng Co Inc
Chester, CT
09/01/12 - Current
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships to ensure delivery of products on time and within budget.
- Analyzed purchase orders for accuracy, completeness and compliance with company policy.
- Negotiated prices, terms and conditions with suppliers to obtain the best value for goods or services.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs, develop strategies and manage supplier contracts.
- Researched potential vendors to determine product availability, cost effectiveness and quality standards.
- Ensured timely receipt of materials by coordinating deliveries from multiple sources in accordance with production schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of all procurements including invoices, purchase orders and other documents related to purchases.
- Monitored inventory levels to anticipate future demand for products or services while minimizing excess stock levels.
- Performed regular price comparisons between vendors to ensure optimal pricing was achieved on all purchases.
- Assisted in developing new sourcing strategies that minimize costs while maximizing quality standards.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in processes, procedures and systems related to procurement activities.
- Coordinated with logistics teams regarding shipping arrangements for purchased items.
- Reviewed requests for proposals from vendors before submitting them for approval.
- Participated in vendor selection process by evaluating bids based on factors such as price, quality and delivery timescales.
- Tracked shipments from suppliers to ensure timely arrival at destination points.
- Provided guidance and support to junior members of the team when needed.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Researched pricing information and compared prices and quotations.
- Authorized payments for purchases and kept information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
- Obtained purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers and monitored expedited orders.
- Arranged meetings with vendors and conferred with each to provide with requirements.
- Managed inventory to align with customer deadlines.
- Cultivated productive relationships with suppliers and maintained open communication.
- Developed relationships with vendors to gain best terms for procurement, refurbishing and rebuilding machinery and equipment.
- Purchased quality merchandise at lowest price and correct amounts.
- Prepared purchase orders, solicited bid proposals and reviewed requisitions for goods and services.
- Maintained and reviewed computerized or manual records of purchased items, costs and inventories.
- Received and reviewed department supply requisitions and placed appropriate orders based on need and available funds.
