Purchasing Coordinator

Position OverviewThe role of Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for overall daily administration of the procurement/purchasing department, and its functions including accurate and timely reporting of the financials along with the daily performance reports in close co-operation with various departments.
ResponsibilitiesResponsible for smooth acquisition of goods and services needed for operations by:Analyzing market trends and managing strong negotiations to ensure best prices and terms for requisition and delivery.Coordinating with internal departments to assess procurement needs.Guaranteeing profitability and cost-effective operations.Managing purchase orders and maintaining relationships with suppliers.Implementing and overseeing inventory control procedures to optimize stock levels.Resolving issues related to shipment errors, quality discrepancies, and invoice mismatches.Oversight of accounting staff regarding training and development concerning the procurement process, software, and best practices.Assisting with monitoring, assessing, and maintaining internal controls and corporate policies and procedures to meet deadlines and achieve operational goals.Supporting management in controlling costs within the budget and forecast.Performing monthly reporting.Preparing and assisting with monthly forecasting.Assisting with the completion of the annual budgeting process.Assisting with internal and external audits.QualificationsMust have strong organizational skills and very good knowledge of Italian and English to be able to communicate effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and team members; excellent verbal and written skills are required.Education and/or experience in business administration and development, supply chain management, or a related field.Knowledge of or experience with Microsoft Office and procurement software.Must handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
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