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Purchasing Specialist

Blackwood Associates Inc
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Annapolis, MD, US

Salary

$60,000 - $65,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Blackwood is looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support its purchasing operations.
  • The role involves the timely processing of purchase orders and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Candidates should have prior administrative experience and excellent computer skills, with attention to detail being essential.
  • This position requires a proactive approach and a desire to foster positive vendor relationships, reporting to the Business Operations Manager.
  • Salary details and specific years of experience required for this role were not disclosed in the job description.

Job Description

Blackwood is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Purchasing Specialist to support the organization's purchasing operations. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of purchase orders while ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. The Purchasing Specialist plays a critical role in mitigating business risk through data validation, document review, discrepancy resolution, and vendor relationship management. This position reports directly to the Business Operations Manager. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders within Blackwood's CRM systems and vendor portals.
  • Review, validate, and maintain purchasing data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Verify unique deal structures and transactions that fall outside standard purchasing procedures.
  • Investigate, analyze, and resolve purchase order discrepancies, exceptions, and vendor inquiries.
  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with vendors and distribution partners.
  • Collaborate closely with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams to support customer and business requirements.
  • Monitor purchasing activities to ensure compliance with company policies, vendor agreements, and operational guidelines.
  • Audit purchasing methods, procedures, and workflows to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and process improvement.
  • Audit purchase order records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
  • Maintain documentation and records related to purchasing activities and approvals.
  • Assist in identifying and implementing best practices to enhance purchasing controls and reduce operational risk.
  • Control and coordinate all activities within the purchasing function as assigned.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business operations and organizational success.


Basic Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field –preferred, but not required
  • Prior administrative experience –preferred, but not required
  • Excellent computer skills, especially typing.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others.



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