Associate Buyer

DeTect is experiencing tremendous growth and is in search of an Assoicate / Assistant Buyer for our Procurement Department. Summary: The Assistant Buyer position will be responsible for assisting with the procurement cycle for the manufacturing facility in the Panama City, FL location in addition to other duties as assigned by the Company. Skills and Ability Requirements: The Asst Buyer must possess the minimum skills and abilities listed below: Good communication & organizational skills Follow up with vendors on missing or damaged goods Track backordered items Create item receipt in QuickBooks system Update BOM as items are received Assure goods are coded correctly to projects Research vendors for alternate options Assist Buyer in PO creation Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ability to work independently on tasks Work with other departments to Other duties and special projects as required. Team-oriented approach to achieving the common goals of the Company Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Demonstrates attention to detail. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions and elevates to Manager. Timely and proactively communicates changes and progress to Management. Listens and gets clarification as required to meet objectives. Gives and welcomes constructive feedback; contributes to building a positive team attitude for the Division and Company; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability and cost consciousness. Develops and implements cost saving measures. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce. Keeps commitments; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values. Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities. Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently. Approaches others in a respectful and tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Demonstrates quality, accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity. Qualifications: The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience: High school diploma and 1+ years of work experience in an office environment. Language Ability: No specific non-English skills are required. Computer Skills: Mid-level knowledge of MS Office and E-mail systems. Certificates and Licenses: Must have a valid US drivers license. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Travel: 0% Work Environment: This position will be based in Panama City, Florida. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is divided between inside an office building, some amount of time in the manufacturing shop with minimal time spent outdoors. Physical Demands: The 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 functions. Pre-employment requirements: Random drug testing may be conducted at periodic intervals throughout employment for specific projects. Candidates for this position must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or willing to start the vaccination process prior to first day of employment and complete the vaccination process within 30 days due to contracts. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver License (Required) Ability to Commute: Panama City, FL 32405 (Required) Work Location: In person