Field Buyer I

PURPOSEUnder general supervision procures assigned products materials and services for the market locations inventory plan and networking capital objectives. Troubleshoots procurement issues and expedites orders to meet production and customer needs. Responsible for allocation and replenishment processes using inventory planning tools to determine quantities when needed. Able to maintain strong vendor supplier and location relationships. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPurchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors and suppliers to obtain information concerning product price availability and delivery time. Assists in the evaluation of goods and services by analyzing competitor pricing strategies researching trends and tracking orders. Ensures all products are received in condition consistent with original request or bid and resolves issues concerning materials and/or services at the department and vendor returns and/or replacement of products and generates appropriate paperwork for inventory tracking and accounting customer service concerns from suppliers field operations and cross-functional departments Assists operations with sourcing specialty items freight/carrier information order status and timely processing of department files including those pertaining to vendors bids quotes and other correspondence. Other duties as RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Bachelors degree in a related fieldOne (1) year purchasing experienceOr equivalent combination of education and experience COMPETENCIESKnowledge of material management and procurement functionStrong oral and written communication skillsDemonstrate general understanding of inventory planning tools ERP purchase to pay requirements supply chain inventory planning concepts inventory rebalancing to meet company inventory plans and net working capital objectives Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships Good negotiating skills Ability to compose effective and efficient accounting reports Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite ERP System and inventory planning tools WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITYThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 travel by car or plane may be required.