Procurement Specialist (Thousand Oaks, CA)

Job description

Job Description: Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment and supplies from qualified ISO/FDA vendors and maintaining the related documents and records. Manage vendor relationships and oversee order placement, including raw materials. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: - Establish and maintain effective vendor relationships, including negotiating competitive pricing, acquiring quotes, and tracking vendor performance (e.g., PO acknowledgments, delivery timelines, and corrective actions). - Draft and support administration of competitive bidding events (RFP/RFQ/RFI). - Manage end-to-end purchase order process: create and verify PO’s, ensure accurate pricing and documentation, assign correct GL accounts, and confirm vendor acknowledgment. - Ensure vendor compliance with company procedures, including onboarding documentation, quality certifications, and timely audits. - Expedite delayed orders and coordinate product returns to ensure uninterrupted business flow. - Collaborate with internal departments to identify and resolve issues related to purchasing and support indirect purchasing through systems like iBuy. - Maintain accurate purchasing records, including approved supplier/v...