Purchasing Specialist

• The Purchasing Specialist orders supplies, both for everyday and special needs. You'll manage contracts with vendors, which includes administering, negotiating, reviewing, renewing, and filing those agreements, as well as periodically reevaluating those contracts to learn which vendors offer the best availability, pricing, and terms. You'll place orders for our Image & Print division, as well as some purchases to support our Managed IT division, and will make use of both vendor websites and paper purchase orders.
  
  Your job will involve clear communication with the sales teams, both in creating bids and in placing the right order for the customer's needs. Along the way, you'll need to develop a working knowledge of all our vendors and the agreements we have with them, as well as knowledge of the print and MIT products and supplies we'll need to order.
  
  You'll help maintain a pricing list that internal teams can reference, as well as keep our internal inventory lists up-to-date.

• Support company purchasing by preparing accurate purchase orders and coordinating with vendors.
• Track order status, maintain organized purchase records, and ensure timely delivery of products to each branch.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with warehouse staff to keep stock at optimal levels.
• Build strong relationships with vendors to maximize pricing and program benefits.
• Process incoming orders, update inventory systems, and assist departments with special pricing or bid requests.
• Manage licensing, confirmations, and RMA returns as needed.
• Keep emails and documentation organized for quick, efficient communication.
• Support HP Big Deals and company pricing systems.
• Assist with returns and updates across key product lines.

• Year of previous Accounts Receivable (AR) or Accounts Payable (AP) experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong self‑management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable
• Strong record‑keeping skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, quickly, and efficiently
• Team-oriented and willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Professional appearance and excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem-Solving being able to resolve shipping errors, inventory shortages, or quality issues

Les Olson IT is one of the fastest-growing and most capable technology service providers in the West. We do I.T. the LOC Way—through talent, passion, and compassion—driving continual growth and a strong market position by delivering superior service.

Unlike most technology companies, Les Olson IT has been in business for over 70 years. We are a family-owned and family-operated company, a tradition that began at the Olson family dinner table and continues today. From those beginnings, we have grown to more than 320 employees across nine locations in two states.

We take great pride not only in providing attentive and effective service to our customers, but also in creating an environment where our team members can grow and develop both professionally and personally. We invest in our people, working with each employee to design a fulfilling career path that evolves as they do.

At Les Olson IT, “work/life balance” isn’t just a buzzword. We actively protect our employees’ personal time and ensure they have the resources they need to care for themselves and their families.