Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills:
Purchase engineers should be able to formulate strategies and solve
problems efficiently.
Strong communication skills:
They should be able to effectively communicate with vendors, colleagues,
and other stakeholders.
Knowledge of codes and regulations:
Understanding of rules, regulations, laws, and standards related to
procurement is essential.
Organizational skills:
Being able to organize data, develop systems, prioritize tasks, and keep
track of details is important.
Ability to multitask:
Ensuring that multiple activities are completed accurately and efficiently
requires excellent multitasking skills.
Negotiating and managing contracts:
Reviews items to be procured and reviews bid documents; selects bidders,
negotiates prices and quotations, and evaluates alternate suppliers.
Enhancing purchasing policies:
Manages the entire procurement process, develops purchasing policies
and procedures, and prepares performance reports.
Developing a sourcing plan:
Reviews engineering drawings, accompanies engineers in examining
sources of supply, and interviews prospective suppliers.
Managing inventory:
Utilizes inventory and cost analysis reports and reconciles stock
discrepancies with suppliers; reorders levels as necessary.
Conducting research:
Analyzes, researches, and recommends alternative sources of supply for
usage and cost savings.
Providing customer service:
Represents the organization in trade shows and industry events; builds
positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and colleagues.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 540,
- 00 per year
Schedule: - Day shift
Experience:
- Construction industry: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person