Procurement Specialist

Job description

Tusker began with a belief: technology should perform so people can. From our Midwestern roots to our nationwide reach, we’ve grown through partnership, precision, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way—every time. We are seeking a Procurement Specialist who will foster strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate terms and pricing, while coordinating with the sales team on quotes and pricing strategies. Key responsibilities include identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing stock orders up to $25,000, addressing supplier delivery issues, and handling daily purchasing for corporate orders. ### Responsibilities - Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules - Developing a basic understanding of the products or services being purchased to make smart purchasing decisions - Coordinate with the sales team to assist with quotes, support specific opportunities, and ensure alignment with pricing strategies for optimal results - Identify cost savings opportunities by leveraging distributors and supplier’s up front rebates and deal registration - Evaluate, approve, and place stock orders up to $25,000 - Responding to ETA requests received outside of working hours in Macedonia - Address any issues with suppliers with delivery delays, or discrepancies in orders - Daily purchasing of goods for our corporate sales orders - Annual Inventory – participate in annual inventory physical account preparation, count and variance activities - Meet performance standards of the department (goals & objectives). - Responsibilities may include project-related work ### Competencies and Skills - Multitask and communicate with vendors on price, availability, and order status for Tusker's purchase orders - Must be detail-oriented and embrace critical thinking abilities given our diverse business model with IT, AV, Managed Services & Labor along with dropships and warehousing inventory. - Shows strong problem-solving skills by proactively identifying issues and implementing effective solutions ### Knowledge, Education & Experience - 2–3 years of purchasing experience - Experience in the computer, A/V, and/or distribution industry is helpful - Microsoft Office experience required with Teams, Outlook and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel preferred - Experience with Oracle Netsuite preferred but not required ### Salary Starting at $55,000/year