GENERAL FUNCTION

The PO Specialist supports internal partners by executing purchase orders, driving process improvements, and adhering to purchasing process and procedures. Ensures all orders are created on time and quickly resolves problems with vendors and internal customers. This role also ensures compliance with the company's Limits of Authority as well as Spend Control policies.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executes purchase orders and/or purchase requisitions.
• Trains back-up on SAP Purchasing System.
• Problem solves order issues, utilizing resources and knowledge, escalating issues when needed
• Assists System Administrator in maintaining accuracy of SAP purchasing database by acting as a resource expert on purchase order generation and requisitions.
• Proactively interacts with internal partners to ensure order process is operating efficiently.
• Ensures purchase requisitions received are completed in a timely manner.
• Knows how to priotize and will adapt as needed
• Relay vendor feedback pertaining to order discrepancies to internal partners to ensure timely resolution between the vendor and the business.
• Issues accurate bulk inventory releases in accordance with established SAP process.
• Enforces the North American Limits of Authority and Spend Control policies ensuring goverance and controls for approval of purchase orders
• Optimize purchasing channels and suggest alternatives when other methods are better suited
• Assume additional responsibilities and assist with special projects as needed or directed.
• Share suggestions and recommendations for potential process improvement opportunities.
• Investigate recurring problems and perform root cause analysis to identify opportunities for long term resolution.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2+ years purchasing/accounting coordination experience.
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of purchasing software
• Knowledge of basic accounting and/or purchasing principles
• Microsoft applications – Excel and Word
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• College Degree
• Knowledge of SAP purchasing software