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Senior Buyer
Morgantown WV On-site Full-time
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Required: 3 Years Education: High School or Equivalent
Reports to: VP Supply Chain & Global Procurement
Department: Purchasing
Job Summary
The Buyer is responsible for the daily operational aspects of Purchasing. This role provides a wide range of support functions to ensure the completion of daily purchasing transactions including order entry placement confirmation and expediting to maintain proper reorder management and inventory control.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage inventory replenishment based on ERP reorder management parameters (reorder points min/max lead times) to minimize stock outs and back orders while avoiding excess inventory.
- Enter and place purchase orders via the ERP system ensuring accuracy and contract compliance.
- Work with vendors to resolve order discrepancies (pricing back orders etc.).
- Process purchase order confirmations and escalate exceptions to the VP of Supply Chain & Global Procurement.
- Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and accurate order closing in the ERP system.
- Assist in establishing business processes that maximize purchasing efficiency.
- Maintain contract understanding to answer routine product pricing and ordering questions.
- Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve purchase order/receiving/invoice discrepancies.
- Maintain the Open Order Report to agreed standards.
- Assist with ERP system utilization and data updates.
- Develop and maintain reports and documents using ERP and Google Docs/Sheets.
- Attend meetings to support contracting projects as directed.
- Coordinate inter-warehouse transfers and ensure accurate documentation.
- Assist the Warehouse with physical inventory processes.
- Participate in educational programs workshops and meetings to enhance professional development.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent (required).
- Minimum of three (3) years of purchasing experience.
- Ability to prepare reports purchase orders and related correspondence.
- Strong problem-solving organizational and detail-orientation skills.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and follow directions.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely and successfully perform all essential job duties in compliance with ADA FMLA and other standards.
- Regular punctual attendance required.
- Ability to sit for long periods.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Additional Information
Interview Process:
- Virtual interview (if necessary due to location)
- In-person interview and facility tour
- Final review by hiring committee
Benefits:
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K (employer matching up to 4%)
Employment Type
Full Time
