Responsible for evaluating, assessing and selecting vendors based on capabilities, performance and consistent quality assurance. Maintain rapport and good working relationships with vendors; keep accurate vendor records.
Evaluate inventory reorder levels and quantity price breaks to determine most economical purchasing of inventory and supplies in relationship to Company's cost of capital. Prepare monthly reports and review forecast of purchasing commitments with Purchasing Manager.
Expedite purchase orders as necessary and ensure delivery of purchased items for uninterrupted flow of service in the business.
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