Purchase Specialist

**Position Summary** The *Purchase Specialist* is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating the acquisition of materials, equipment, goods, and services required to support the company's operations and projects. The role focuses on ensuring timely delivery, maintaining quality standards, optimizing costs, and building strong supplier relationships. The Purchase Specialist collaborates closely with internal departments to ensure procurement activities align with operational requirements and company objectives. **Key Responsibilities** - Source and procure materials, equipment, goods, and services in accordance with company requirements and procurement policies. - Obtain and evaluate quotations, negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers. - Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders while monitoring order status through delivery. - Coordinate with project teams and other departments to understand procurement needs and priorities. - Ensure purchased items meet required specifications, quality standards, and delivery timelines. - Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations. - Monitor market trends, pricing, and supplier availability to support informed purchasing decisions. - Resolve procurement issues, including delivery delays, shortages, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies. - Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, contracts, and purchasing documentation. - Support budget planning by providing cost estimates and procurement-related information. - Prepare procurement reports and analyze purchasing data to support management decision-making. - Coordinate with the Finance Department regarding invoices, payment approvals, and supplier account reconciliation. **Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field. - Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. - Experience with ERP or procurement systems is preferred. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. - Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. *Note:* *\*All selected candidates from the CV screening will be contacted from HR Team.\** *\*All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality according to the law No. 9887 set by Albanian Parliament for the 'Protection of Personal Data".* Burimi: https://al.linkedin.com/jobs/view/purchase-specialist-at-isdc-albanian-branch-4440128979

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