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Purchasing Specialist\
Compensation:Starting pay of\$47,500-66,500/yr +three
performance-based bonuses per year!\
Location: Minneapolis, KS
An Opportunity to Work with Professionals Across the Globe!\
Huyett is a progressive and growing master distributor and manufacturer
of industrial fasteners. We are looking for a results-driven buying /
supply chain management professional who has excellent communication
skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task.
This is a dynamic, hands-on position where the incumbent will work with
a diverse, global supply chain network, with a mission to take our
fastener distribution capabilities to the next level by further
enhancing our procurement functions. This individual must be a
team-player and perform assigned tasks accurately, completely, and in
timely fashion.We offer these benefits and more:
Triannual profit-sharing bonuseson top of regular pay.
401(k), with a generous employer matchand**a year-one full
vestment.
Full benefits,including free health insurance option**for
non-tobacco users.
Best-in-classCompany Health Club.
Generouspaid-time-off policies, including paid holidays,
bereavement, and parental leave.
Comprehensive on-boardingtraining program.
Great culture with supportive teammates.
Supportivemanagerial feedback.
Responsibilities:
Timely review and processing of supplier communication and
documents.
Expedite inventory purchase orders as needed to ensure timely
delivery.
Mediate and drive resolution to quality issues.
Serve as liaison relative to company procurement issues.
Monitor supplier communication, pricing, and delivery issues.
Manage and measure logistics providers, analyze and suggest cost
mitigation for freight.
Manage ongoing supplier performance and suggest improvements as
appropriate.
Facilitate supplier input and provide supplier feedback as needed to
secure improvements.
Support Supply Chain leadership in goals tied to improving supplier
and contractual relationships.
Support development and implementation of cost reduction projects as
appropriate.
Understand and improve purchasing policies.
Perform all other procurement related duties as required.
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Qualifications
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Ideal Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Degree in Business, Finance, or other relevant fields is beneficial.
Prior customer service, accounting, or purchasing experience preferred.
Strong administrative skills and competent personal organization.
Excellent time management and problem resolution skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Extensive learning agility and a strong desire to learn new skills.
Computer literacy with Microsoft Office programs experience.
Internal sense of customer service and team play.
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