Description
Summary
The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. They will assist in the qualification vendors evaluate bids and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases monitor vendor performance and maintains a current database of vendor information.
Works independently with occasional direction. Possesses an understanding of some of the more complex aspects of the job. May require 2-4 years of related experience.
Essential functions
- Research select and purchase quality products and materials.
- Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
- Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
- Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.
- Coordinate / collaborate with Engineering Sales Warehouse and Finance teams.
- Create Purchase orders and submit to supplier(s) and obtain supplier order confirmations and dock dates.
- Process Return Materials Authorization (RMA) with suppliers
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Process receipts for virtual and drop shipments
Requirements
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree preferred.
- 2-4 years of experience in Procurement is required.
- At least one (1) year of ERP experience SAP is desired
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Advance Excel skills including pivot tables)
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Work environment
Office
Travel requirements
Potential for some travel
PM22
Full-timeDescriptionSummaryThe Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. They will assist in the qualification vendors evaluate bids and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases monitor ...
Description
Summary
The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. They will assist in the qualification vendors evaluate bids and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases monitor vendor performance and maintains a current database of vendor information.
Works independently with occasional direction. Possesses an understanding of some of the more complex aspects of the job. May require 2-4 years of related experience.
Essential functions
- Research select and purchase quality products and materials.
- Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
- Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
- Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.
- Coordinate / collaborate with Engineering Sales Warehouse and Finance teams.
- Create Purchase orders and submit to supplier(s) and obtain supplier order confirmations and dock dates.
- Process Return Materials Authorization (RMA) with suppliers
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Process receipts for virtual and drop shipments
Requirements
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree preferred.
- 2-4 years of experience in Procurement is required.
- At least one (1) year of ERP experience SAP is desired
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Advance Excel skills including pivot tables)
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Work environment
Office
Travel requirements
Potential for some travel
PM22
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