Assistant Buyer

Under direct supervision, follow established guidelines and assist the Buyers and other Purchasing staff in the procurement of goods and services for internal and external customers.Process purchase requisitions from internal and regional customers for standard non-stock items; ensure all requisitions are processed accurately and timelyAssist with monitoring the inventory reorder points as assigned by Buyers; ensure availability of stocked itemsExpedite orders as required and provide weekly updates regarding order status to buyers; resolve invoice discrepancies with A/P and suppliersProcess and distribute Low Stock Notices and inventory management reportsInput purchase orders into the computer system and, within established guidelines, issue standard POs to suppliersAssist in the research, analysis, and recommendations of new sources of specific goods, services, and process improvementsAssist in monitoring supplier performance to ensure purchases are cost-effective, and suppliers provide the expected service and valueCoordinate with Buyers and internal customers to identify needs and prepare specifications to ensure purchases meet customers' requirements and are cost-effectivePrepare and distribute requests for quotes to suppliersRecommend and assist with interviewing prospective suppliersAs directed, negotiate pricing and assure quality, timely delivery of standard itemsJob SpecificationsTypically has the following skills or abilities:Minimum of two to four years of general office experiencesKnowledge of Purchasing procedures and computer-based inventory systemsAbility to read and write at a level necessary to complete the above tasksExcellent communication skillsProficient with MS Word and ExcelData Entry experienceAbility to type 25 wpmStrong business math skills#LI-MARCHONCompensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.Salary Ranges: $21.00 - $33.08VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information.We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities.As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision ("VSP") collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.