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Purchasing Specialist April 16, 2025

D454

Located in Warwick, RI

Pay: 20+hr.

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Purchasing Specialist – Warwick, RI

 

Express Employment Professionals has a client in Warwick, RI looking for a talented and highly motivated Purchasing Specialist to join their Purchasing Team. This role is primarily responsible for managing a high volume of purchase orders and ensuring effective communication between vendors and internal teams. The position is full-time and based out of the client's Warwick branch, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and record a high volume of emailed order confirmations, estimated ship dates, and tracking information for purchase orders

  • Answer inbound phone calls from vendors and suppliers

  • Research and resolve issues with open or delayed purchase orders

  • Follow up with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely payments, order status updates, invoices, and product deliveries

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers

  • Communicate effectively with internal Sales and Customer Service teams regarding order status and issues

  • Assist with miscellaneous tasks and projects as assigned by the Purchasing Manager

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred

  • 1–3 years of purchasing experience

  • Previous purchasing experience in the healthcare industry is a plus

  • Strong verbal, written, and data entry skills

  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

  • Experience with A+ and Salesforce software is a plus

Ideal Candidate:

  • A positive team player with a strong and consistent work ethic

  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment

  • Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making abilities

  • Detail-oriented and highly organized problem solver

  • Proactive in identifying areas for process improvement

Four Easy Ways to Apply:

  • Submit your application online at ExpressPros.com/WarwickRI.
  • Call  to schedule an interview.
  • Email your resume to WarwickRI@ExpressPros.com.
  • Visit our office at 155 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, RI.

 

Warwick, RI
3195
155 Jefferson Boulevard
Suite 5
Warwick, RI 02888

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