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Samuel, Son & Co (USA), Inc. • Rochester, NY • 2d ago

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure cost savings and quality standards.

Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain.

Resolve vendor issues, including those related to material quality, delivery delays, and invoicing errors.

Create, review, and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Track and monitor purchase orders, ensuring timely deliveries and addressing discrepancies as needed.

Conduct market research to stay informed about market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks.

Prepare and present purchasing reports and statistical analyses to internal stakeholders.

Work closely with internal teams, including operations, quality control, and finance, to align procurement activities with business objectives.

Support the resolution of cross-departmental challenges related to procurement.

Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.

Collaborate with quality control teams to address defective or unacceptable materials and implement corrective actions.

Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and safety regulations.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

Participate in vendor visits as necessary to strengthen supplier relationships and assess operational capabilities.

Support import logistics and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery.

Provide exemplary customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Role Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

At least 2 years of related purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in metals procurement or commodity purchasing is a plus.

Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (advanced level).

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., AS400, Microsoft D365).

APICS, Six Sigma, or Lean training is advantageous.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform computer-related tasks.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Work Environment:

This role operates in a professional office environment and may require occasional travel for vendor visits.

SAMSA

About Us

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

About the Team

At Samuel, meeting our customer needs is our top priority. With cost-effective distribution and just-in-time delivery of metals and industrial products across North America, we ensure our customers get exactly what they need - any time, anywhere and from a single source. Our focus on value-added processing services and innovative supply chain solutions allow us to work closely with our customers, ensuring their products are on the market on time. Thanks to our integrated network of products and services supported by our in-house technical leaders and market experts, we are uniquely positioned to become your supplier of choice.

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