Purchasing Associate

Source and evaluate suppliers of steel materials, consumables, and services.

Prepare and process Purchase Requests (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) in a timely manner.

Negotiate with vendors to obtain the best pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.

Coordinate with the Warehouse, Logistics, and Accounting Departments regarding delivery status, invoice matching, and payment processing.

Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of commonly used steel products and supplies.

Maintain and update supplier databases, price lists, and purchase records.

Assist in preparing cost comparison sheets and purchase summaries for management review.

Ensure all procurement transactions comply with company policies and quality standards.

Follow up on delayed deliveries, quality issues, or order discrepancies and coordinate resolution.

Support the documentation and filing of procurement records for audit and reporting purposes.