Purchasing Supervisor Job at Four Seasons (Suzhou)

Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for placing, managing, and expediting purchase orders t...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited university
3+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a fast‑paced environment
Strong understanding of purchasing processes, purchase orders, and vendor management practices
Proficiency with purchasing or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Lawson, Coupa, or similar)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor and internal department interaction
High attention to detail and accuracy, especially when entering and validating purchasing or pricing data
Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to resolve billing, credit, and delivery discrepancies
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple purchase orders and deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Basic understanding of contract terms, pricing, and service‑level compliance
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook

Job Responsibility

Communicate product delivery timelines, pricing information, and order status to vendors and internal departments
coordinate all changes to purchase orders with vendors
Meet with vendors and department representatives to resolve concerns, clarify requirements, and maintain positive working relationships
Proactively expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of products and services
Maintain the purchasing system database and ensure accurate interface with related systems, including accounts payable
Compose and place purchase orders using the automated purchasing system, ensuring accuracy and selecting the appropriate purchasing method
Process various types of purchase requisitions—including electronic and department-specific forms—while verifying signature authority and required information
Monitor contract compliance, including pricing and service levels, and report findings to the Purchasing Supervisor or Purchasing Manager
Track vendor performance and document results to support sourcing improvements and standardization efforts
Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on product standardization and procurement consolidation across the organization

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Purchase Ledger Supervisor

Here at Sealey we are looking for a detail-focused Purchase Ledger Supervisor to...

Location

United Kingdom , Bury St Edmunds

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a similar role, with a solid understanding of purchase ledger processes
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent leadership and team management abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work well in small teams

Job Responsibility

Supervisor to a team of three purchase ledger clerks
Dealing with, negotiating and resolving escalated issues
Overseeing the processing of supplier invoices in three primary currencies
Maintaining and reconciling supplier accounts
Co-ordinating the monthly payment run and interim payments
Overseeing the administration of the company credit card and expense claims
Reviewing and processing contras and journals
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Identify and assist with departmental process improvements
Support with the annual statutory audit

What we offer

Comprehensive training on our telephone and computer systems and business processes
22 days holiday rising to 25 days after qualifying period (pro-rata for part-time hours), plus Public Holidays
Pension scheme
Life assurance scheme
Health cash plan
Staff discount on Dellonda and Sealey products
Free on-site parking

Fulltime

Buyer

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team in Palo Alto, Californi...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
Workday, GHX, ERP Experience
Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience

Job Responsibility

Negotiate and manage contracts for the procurement of medical products, equipment, and related services, ensuring optimal pricing and service levels
Communicate with vendors and departments regarding purchase orders, delivery schedules, and pricing updates, coordinating necessary changes effectively
Maintain and update the purchasing system database, ensuring seamless integration with accounts payable and other systems
Expedite purchase orders to meet timely delivery requirements and resolve conflicts or concerns with vendors and department representatives
Monitor compliance with product standardization and vendor performance, reporting findings to the Purchasing Supervisor or Manager
Generate accurate purchase orders using an automated purchasing system, selecting the appropriate methods for order placement
Process various types of purchase requisitions, verifying authorization and specific requirements as needed
Collaborate with vendors and accounts payable teams to resolve billing issues, credit holds, and discrepancies
Support departmental goals of product standardization and consolidation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan