Purchasing Specialist

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    GRANT SUPPLIES 216.***.152.251 2891

    Location: Long Island City, NY

    Hours: 7 AM to 5 PM (M-F)

    Functional Area: Purchasing

    Department: PO

    About Us:
    Established in 1986 in Long Island City, NY, Grant Supplies is a leading
    supplier of electrical and plumbing products in the greater NY/NJ area. We also
    extensively service and supply products throughout the United States, as well
    as internationally.

    We
    are currently in search of a Purchasing Specialist at our LIC
    headquarters. 

    Position Objective:

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    Responsible for negotiating with various vendors for material goods and
    services, negotiating price agreements and contracts for services.

        Duties and Responsibilities:

    •     Supply purchasing for each vendor individual is responsible for stock
      purchasing for all locations
    •     Maintain a strong relationship with vendor representatives; follow up
      with requests by salespeople on vendor literature (catalogues and brochures).
    •     Update all pricing changes.
    •     Monitor orders are fulfilled in a timely manner and follow up with all
      back-orders and missing items for each vendor.
    •     Follow up with inventory on each branches and transfer materials when
      branch inventory is low.


    Qualifications:

    •     Specific industry-related experience preferred,
      but not required; will train the right candidate.
    •     Solid computer, organizational, and
      problem-solving skills.
    •     Flexibility with work demands, meeting constant
      deadlines, and accomplish assigned tasks in a timely manner.
    •     Must possess the ability to clearly and
      effectively communicate in English; Korean proficiency is a plus.
       
    •     Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
    •     Strong motivation to thrive, grow, and excel
      within working environment.

    If   If your qualifications closely match the criteria above, we encourage you to reply
    with your cover letter and resume to: hr@grantep.com to formally express
    interest in this opportunity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package
    including health, dental, vision, and life. We are an equal opportunity
    employer and strongly value our diverse work environment.