Purchasing Specialist

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PURCHASING SPECIALIST

About Us

Smartrend Supply Ltd., established in 2004, is a leading manufacturer of customer-specific components and assemblies for transportation and general industrial applications. In 2018, First Light Safety Products was created as a subsidiary of Smartrend Supply Ltd. First Light, an innovative and progressive organization, incorporates LED technology into essential safety indicators to improve the visibility of school buses, thus increasing the safety of drivers and passengers of buses and other motor vehicles. Both organizations share a 29,000 sq ft, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Summary

We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to buy products that are essential for our company’s day-to-day operations. You will review prices and quality and ensure optimal stock levels. The Purchasing Specialist’s responsibilities include evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts, and preparing reports (e.g. on orders and costs.) For this role, you should have good knowledge of market research, along with solid analytical skills to make sure you are identifying the most profitable offers. Ultimately, you will create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure merchandise is high quality and delivered on time.

Detailed Duties & Responsibilities

• Research potential vendors.
• Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers.
• Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain supplier report cards by monitoring rejects, quality, and time lead.
• Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases.
• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up to date with industry trends.
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Specialist, or similar role.
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors).
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software.
• Understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.
• Negotiation skills.
• SCMP designation or minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing purchasing environment).
• Other duties as required.
  

Share with us your talent, drive, and entrepreneurial spirit and we will provide a creative and supportive environment, where valuable contributions are rewarded and celebrated with professional growth, job satisfaction, and an attractive total compensation program.

We Offer a Benefits Package To Our Employees Including

• Group Insurance Plan
• Paid Vacations
  

We would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Smartrend Manufacturing Group

Established in 2004, Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG) is a supply chain company specializing in customer- specific engineered components and assemblies for OEMs and industrial producers. We bring value to our customers with efficiently designed and manufactured parts, made to their specifications, and delivered on their schedule. We focus on collaborative efforts with our customers to provide the lowest total cost of acquisition. We operate in three countries with 30 direct team members.