Its your time make it matter.

At Peterson we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years our peoples work has shaped the communities where we live where we raise our families and where we thrive. Petersons legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges back-up power at hospitals fire-fighting concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson you dont just have a career you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety winning growth and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson our family our brand and our values.

You have high expectations too.You are exceptionally motivated have outstanding skills and want your work to matter.Peterson offers competitive wages generous benefits and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business.Its time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has the immediate need for a Buyer based at our Hillsboro OR location.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for obtaining materials components equipment and services. Responsible to perform cost analysis and volume planning for assigned commodities. When necessary expedite the delivery of purchases in order to meet required delivery schedules. Monitor cost schedule and scope of assigned commodities to assure best quality and value. Design and implement cost savings proposals including alternative sourcing and supplier evaluation criteria. Develop new contracts including but not limited to terms and conditions pricing stocking agreements etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects managements definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare and issue purchase orders and other transactions of a basic nature using purchase orders system(s) and corporate purchasing card. Follow and adhere to purchasing policies and procedures. Utilize contacts with vendors to place orders. Expedite deliveries. Use basic familiarity with laws policies codes or regulations pertaining to purchasing.
• Responsible for the development and process design of the various supply strategies via cross-functional teaming with Sales Operations and Support groups etc.
• Prepare issue and analyze requests for information/proposal/quotation to assess supplier capabilities.
• Generate cost/price/value analysis on suppliers products and services.
• Design and support best purchase practices and strategies for potential supplier contractual relationships.
• Measure effectiveness of procurement processes and recommend improvements to such.
• Maintain approved supplier list in accord with company objectives:
  • Conduct supplier visits and evaluations to determine sustainability.
  • Interview current and potential suppliers.
  • Establish and sustain beneficial ethical and open supplier relationships.
  • Recommend and implement additions changes or deletions to company-approved supplier list.
• Keep supervisor apprised of any actions or change that may impact the assigned commodities and seek supervisors guidance on continuing or significant supplier and user issues.
• Provide fundamental assistance to end users on the purchasing processes and systems in use.
• Prepare management reports and maintain official records and documentation to support company procurement activity.

• Travel to supplier business locations and other Peterson locations; Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain punctual regular and predictable attendance.
• Process invoice discrepancies.
• Train and lead Associate Buyers.
• Review and edit basic credit applications for Corporate Procurement Manager signature review and complete resale certificate forms for Procurement manager signature.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in a closely related field; and a minimum of 3 years of directly related experience with business transactions preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Certification in Purchasing is a plus.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS

• Maintain a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record.