Perceptive
PurchasingSpecialist
“Purchasing Specialist at Perceptive. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. managing end to end purchasing operations across all business units and functions. support the entire procurement process—from vendor onboarding to PO creation, order expediting, invoice query resolution, and monitoring compliance with purchasing procedures”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure smooth purchasing operations; timely resolution of transactional issues; timely fulfilment; ensure alignment between PO, receipt, and invoice
Industry & Context.
Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
Flexible with shift timings
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Procurement or purchasing experience—minimum 3 to 5 years, Fluent in English
What You'll Do.
managing end to end purchasing operations across all business units and functions
support the entire procurement process—from vendor onboarding to PO creation
invoice query resolution
and monitoring compliance with purchasing procedures
Perform day‑to‑day procurement activities within the ERP system
and release of purchase orders
Validate requisition requests submitted by end users and ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation
and follow up with suppliers for timely fulfilment
Handle procurement card (P‑card) purchases/online credit‑card transactions
ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policies
Support users with purchasing‑related queries and ensure timely resolution
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities for procurement operations
Resolve system exceptions
and incomplete transaction reports
Manage vendor onboarding requests through an ERP tool
ensuring adherence to vendor compliance and onboarding requirements
Address vendor queries related to POs
Maintain supplier master data
ensuring records are accurate and updated to reflect changes in vendor relationships
Monitor ETA for goods against delivery and escalate issues as needed
Support clearing of Invoice on holds by working closely with Accounts payable and user teams
Follow up with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure alignment between PO
Ensure purchasing activities align with established procurement SOPs
and internal controls
Support procurement’s role in internal and external audits and maintain documentation for compliance reviews
Provide procurement metrics and reporting support for management requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
effective coordination with cross functional teams; interacts regularly with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and finance teams to ensure smooth purchasing operations and timely resolution of transactional issues; Act as a primary point of contact for internal customers regarding purchasing procedures, PO status, and vendor issues; Train and guide end users on purchasing processes, including requisition creation within the ERP; Facilitate communication between business users, vendors, and Finance/AP teams to ensure smooth purchasing operations; Provide customer‑focused support, especially for key projects and urgent requirements; working closely with Accounts payable and user teams; Follow up with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies
Communication Scope
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
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