Commodities Specialist

Please Note: This a hybrid position, based in Rochester, NY. JOB SUMMARY: The Commodities Specialist will be responsible for procuring materials and various supply items. Primary duties will involve reviewing requisitions, processing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate pricing. They will oversee supplier relationships, obtain quotations, and manage order acknowledgements. They will execute internal open-order reports for sharing with Purchasing team. The Commodities Specialist will collaborate with various internal departments as needed advising them with any changes to status of purchase orders. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Procurement of assigned products and ensure the availability of necessary supplies by monitoring on-hand quantities, manufacturing/sales demands, and item lead times. Develop and maintain supplier relationships and adhere to standard processes to drive order accuracy. Evaluate and maintain item and supplier attributes in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, including but not limited to vendor item relationships, ordering parameters, and quoted pricing. Utilize ERP systems and Microsoft business tools to track order status, and on time deliveries Streamline and optimize procurement processes by implementing best practices and continuous improvement strategies. Resolve supply issues, delivery delays, and quality concerns promptly and collaboratively. Similar duties as assigned EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION: HS Diploma or GED required Associates or Bachelors degree preferred EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS: Advanced experience with MS Excel preferred Previous purchasing experience preferred Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software preferred Experience with Microsoft Great Plains (GP) is a plus SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Office, and Outlook Ability to perform/prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines. Detail oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to manage priorities, and work across departments effectively. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sit or stand for extended periods of time. Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday. Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment. Extra hours and some travel may be required.