Key Responsibilities:

' Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements.

' Negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements on critical commodities.

' Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.

' Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.

' Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.

' Maintain accuracy of stock code information within JD Edwards, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.

' Monitor supplier performance ...