Purchasing Specialist

Key Responsibilities:Identifying and evaluating reliable material suppliers and vendors.Maintaining an updated database of vendor contacts, pricing sheets, and performance metrics.Negotiating material pricing, delivery timelines, and payment terms under supervision.Preparing, issuing, and tracking purchase orders from initial request to final site delivery.Monitoring inventory levels and collaborating with project sites to anticipate material needs.Coordinating with site quality control teams to ensure delivered materials meet required specifications.Resolving supplier issues regarding damaged materials, delivery delays, or invoice discrepancies.Monitoring market trends and analyzing supplier price changesRequirements & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business administration, or related field.Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, within the construction or realestate sector.Knowledge in Microsoft Excel for maintaining price sheets and running basic cost comparisons.