Category Specialist - Locations: Joplin, MO, Dallas, TX, Los Angles, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Boston, MA, Indianapolis, IN

Need a driven and detail-oriented Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products and services.

• The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of government procurement requirements is advantageous.
• Ability to work remotely if necessary.

Each Category Specialist is responsible for procurement of quality parts and materials, delivered when required and at a cost most beneficial to EPT.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support production and other departments by communicating any supply problems which may have an impact on business operations.
• Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
• Build maintain and manage supplier relationship and ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken.
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities.
• Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization.
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities.
• Prepare reports and updates as and when required.
• Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Review opportunities to make business savings utilizing procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Prepare and raise RFQ/RFPs, following all government requirements when applicable, including all pertinent government forms and paperwork required.
• Prepare and raise purchase orders, following all government requirements when applicable, including all pertinent government forms and paperwork required.
• Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures are followed.

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• Relevant experience preferred.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Occasional domestic travel.