The Procurement Specialist ensures that all materials, parts, and supplies are sourced efficiently, priced competitively, and delivered accurately to their final destination. This role requires close coordination with U.S. vendors, freight forwarders, and local operations teams to make sure every order reaches the correct person or store in The Bahamas — on time and in full.
Core Responsibilities
- Obtain and compare multiple vendor quotes for each purchase to ensure best pricing and quality.
- Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders from request through final delivery.
- Coordinate international orders from the U.S., ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with customs.
- Track shipments from vendor dispatch to freight forwarder landing and follow through on customs clearance and local delivery.
- Communicate regularly with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and delivery partners to avoid delays.
- Confirm that received items are accurate, undamaged, and delivered to the correct recipient or store.
- Maintain detailed records of quotes, orders, communications, and shipping documents.
- Proactively follow up with vendors and internal teams to ensure orders are progressing as expected.
- Identify and recommend process improvements within procurement and logistics operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in procurement, shipping, or logistics (preferably involving U.S.–Bahamas trade).
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding, customs clearance, and import/export documentation.
- College degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred).
- Strong communication, organization, and vendor management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping discipline.
- High initiative and follow-through attitude — able to work independently and solve problems proactively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using procurement or ERP systems.
Key Attributes
- Ownership mindset: Takes responsibility for outcomes and sees tasks through to completion.
- Detail-oriented: Maintains precision in documentation, pricing, and communication.
- Strong communicator: Follows up effectively with vendors and partners.
- Can-do attitude: Approaches challenges with resourcefulness and initiative.
Performance Indicators
- Accuracy and timeliness of purchase orders and deliveries.
- Cost efficiency through effective quote comparison.
- Reliability of shipping and customs processes.
- Responsiveness to vendor and internal requests.
- Completeness of procurement records and documentation.
Job Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical Insurance
- 40 Hour Work Week
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
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