Purchasing Specialist

PD Instore•Golden Valley, MN

7d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

MISSION PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience. ABOUT PD Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail. Summary The Project Procurement Specialist works with the project management, sales, production and logistics departments to buy the best quality equipment, goods and services at the most competitive prices. This role’s primary responsibility is to support the purchasing needs of our Research & Development division, with secondary responsibilities including providing support to peers in the Tempo and Solid divisions. This role will support the D365 system data to ensure the proper information (POs, vendors, delivery dates, etc.) are input, updated, and completed to procure goods/services and accomplish the work.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and data management
Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations ERP system and Microsoft Teams
Trained in Microsoft Tools (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
Strong decision-making, problem solving and time management skills
Ability to set priorities and communicate internal schedule requirements to suppliers
Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Bachelor’s degree in a business-related area preferred or equivalent experience
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations ERP system Experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of purchasing related experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned tasks
Experience working in a cross-functional role
Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations

Nice To Haves

Experience in an ETO (Engineered To Order) environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Adheres to purchasing policies, processes and procedures
Uses knowledge of materials, work planning and methods, engineering processes and procedures to coordinate product deliveries
Negotiates best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements
Uses knowledge to order items necessary in support of continual production cycles
Conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality
Liaison between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers
Identify potential suppliers and build/maintain good relationships
Negotiate and agree to contracts and monitor their progress including quality of services provided
Keep contract files and use them as references
Produce reports using computer software
Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors.
Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives
Attend meetings and trade conferences
Train PD team members on purchasing policies, procedures, and methods (as applicable)
Daily management of purchasing system data on Microsoft D365 Finance and Operations
Troubleshoot conflicting information, purchasing delivery dates, QA Inspection(s) and communicates with suppliers, project managers, logistics, and building departments to coordinate needs
Performs other duties as assigned
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies