<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchase Support to join our team in Reading, Pennsylvania. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing procurement activities, ensuring smooth shipping operations, and maintaining accurate inventory records. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with vendors, optimize purchasing processes, and contribute to efficient supply chain management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily purchasing activities, including sourcing reliable suppliers and negotiating pricing and terms.</p><p>• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to ensure compliance with quality standards and contract requirements.</p><p>• Monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials and adherence to budget constraints.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of purchasing transactions for audit and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Assist in analyzing data to forecast procurement needs and plan inventory requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with warehouse teams to enhance inventory control and optimize space utilization.</p><p>• Support the cycle counting process to ensure inventory accuracy.</p><p>• Coordinate shipping tasks and provide backup support for the Shipping Coordinator.</p><p>• Process purchase and shipping documentation efficiently while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Ensure customer orders and shipments are executed accurately and on time.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please send resume on a word document to Jim.Kirk@Roberthalf com</p>

• Proven experience in purchasing functions, including managing purchase orders and vendor relationships.<br>• Strong understanding of inventory control and demand planning processes.<br>• Ability to negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers effectively.<br>• Familiarity with processing purchase and shipping documentation.<br>• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.<br>• Knowledge of safety and regulatory compliance related to shipping and procurement.<br>• Proficiency in analyzing data for forecasting and inventory planning.<br>• Effective communication skills to collaborate with vendors, warehouse staff, and other team members.

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