Description Job Responsibilities Develops a purchasing strategy. Review and process purchase orders. Manage other members of the purchasing team. Maintain records of goods ordered and received. Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers. Builds and maintains relationships with vendors. Selects prospective vendors and negotiates contracts. Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price. Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services. Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise. Keeps up with trends in procurement and stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary. Education And Professional Experience Knowledge of Oracle procurement software and tools. Interpersonal skills such as teamwork and good listening skills. Excellent organizational skills. Effective communication skills. Excellent Negotiation skills. Research and analytical skills. Ability to manage time and organize. Attention to detail. Strong leadership skills. Bachelor's degree. Minimum 5 years of experience as a purchasing manager. Experience using Oracle procurement software and databases Show more Show less