Purchasing Direct Administrator

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummarySummary:The “Purchasing Direct Administrator” will be based in ……., reporting to ……This role will be In charge of helping the Direct Material procurement process through a combination of administrative and purchasing controls. Responsibilities:Perform administrative activities related to Purchasing.Maintains files, logs, records of invoices, purchase orders and other related documentation. Enters and maintains information on various business systems. Assists in expediting orders. May contact vendors to obtain prices and schedule delivery dates. May develop and maintain resources for assigned commodity items. Prepares standard requests for quotation. Coordinates pricing revisions, order cancellations, delivery date revisions, activities associated with discontinued items, reviews and may recommend acceptable substitutes, and resolves invoice discrepancies. Interfaces directly with suppliers to resolve purchasing, change order and logistics issues.Helps or participates in purchase order negotiation, placement, maintenance and follow-up.Reviews standardized reports to identify issues or generate group statistics. May recommend buys to planning or adjust PO deliveries.Performs computer queries and conducts other related research to provide component and order informationMay provide routing instructions, track and trace shipments, interface with carriers/freight forwarders/customs brokers.May prepare shipping and customs documentation.May help supplier contract negotiation and development.May assist in content preparation and participate in strategic supplier reviews. Qualifications:Typically requires completion of secondary school, vocational training, or equivalent with experience.Typically requires 5 years of related experience.Job CategoryGlobal Procurement & Supply ChainRequired Skills:Optional Skills:Flex pays for all costs associated with the application, interview or offer process, a candidate will not be asked for any payment related to these costs.Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).