Position Overview:
A Buyer I is responsible for negotiating and procuring materials, equipment, and supplies from approved suppliers. This position will rely on pre-established guidelines and instructions to perform the functions of the job. Execution will be performed through commonly-used procurement concepts, practices, and procedures through an official spend and approval matrix.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Interface with suppliers, engineers, and other departments
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with suppliers
- Request, evaluate, and negotiate quotes/contracts
- Process and execute purchase orders in accordance with company policy and spend/approval matrix
- Ensure procurement specifications, drawings, and supplemental info is properly transmitted to suppliers
- Assess supplier performance for contracts and purchase orders
- Maintain and monitor inventory levels within scope of procurement responsibilities
- Expedite orders and provide status updates as required
- Support the department’s continuous improvement and cost reduction goals
- Perform system maintenance within scope of responsibilities
- Resolve invoice discrepancies as required
- Monitor Master Supply and Non-Disclosure agreements for modification and/or renewal
- Manage special projects ensuring accuracy, high quality standards, and timely completion
- Other duties as assigned by Procurement Supervisor, Manager of Procurement, or Regional Procurement Manager
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- Some College Preferred
- One (1) to Three (3) Years Procurement Experience
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work with changing demands in a fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization
- Knowledge of MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and ERP Software
- Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks
- Necessary to be a team player with the ability to work effectively with other departments on special projects as assigned
Email: Adam.Angyal@remedystaff.com
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