What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing, Logistics, Negotiation Specialist position at C Squared Systems LLC?
C Squared Systems, LLC is an RF engineering, consulting, and software development company specializing in providing services for seamless wireless coverage from RF analysis to design and implementation of DAS systems and Wi-Fi networks to remote monitoring and management of complex multi-vendor environments. Site Portal®, a customizable Web-based software, was engineered by C Squared Systems to remotely monitor and manage these complex multi-vendor environments.
Since 1999, C Squared Systems has executed turnkey in-building wireless solutions using state-of-the-art analysis tools to deliver RF solutions that exceed project scope and customer expectations. Our experience, technical expertise, and diverse projects in the wireless realm have allowed C Squared Systems to continually evolve as new technologies are developed and the demands of our customers change.
Purchasing, Logistics and Negotiation Specialist
Location: Auburn, NH
Level: Experienced/Non-Manager
Description:
The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for processing requests for pricing and subsequently placing approved purchase orders. Once orders are placed, the Purchasing Specialist is also responsible for tracking orders and communicating with vendors and internal customers order fulfillment expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for sourcing and procurement of project-related materials
- Responsible for sourcing and procurement of company supplies
- Prepare and solicit competitive bids, quotations and proposals
- Maintain System information with items such as EOQs, inventory min-max levels and lead times and utilize that information for timely sourcing and procurement.
- Negotiate pricing when applicable
- Maintain master materials schedule, maintain blanket PO’s and report status on a predetermined basis
- Manage open order report, confirm delivery dates and expedite delayed/urgent deliveries
- Perform supplier reviews based on predetermined supplier rating criteria
- Resolve PO discrepancies and invoicing issues
- Investigate and resolve receiving issues
- Research markets, vendors and alternate sources of materials
- Use and improve accounting/ERP system to optimize inventory levels including preventing inventory and stockouts
- Focus on freight-cost reduction while maintaining delivery deadlines and sourcing alternative economical transportation when necessary
- Phone device management
- Diversity reporting
Job Requirements:
- 3 years Purchasing and/or Quoting experience or Undergraduate degree in business/operations management, or related discipline
- Detail-oriented with excellent verbal, written and computer skills
- Intermediate Excel knowledge
- Excellent time management skills
- Self-guided individual who takes ownership of projects to achieve required results
- Familiarity with transportation methods and appropriate applications
- Ability to analyze root causes of problems and provide concrete suggestions for improvement
- Enthusiastic team player who enjoys the challenge of working with a variety of stakeholders in a multi-tasking environment
- Understanding of Bills of Materials and year-end inventory audits
- High degree of problem-solving ability