Buyer

Job ID 2277 Job Description Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Buyer at our manufacturing facility located in Atlanta, GA. Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service. For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com. JOB DESCRIPTION Reviewing requisitions Conferring with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule Selecting products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items Estimating values according to knowledge of market price Determining method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid Preparing purchase orders or bid requests Reviewing bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority Maintaining procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories Discussing defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action Approving invoices for payment Expediting delivery of goods to users MRP/ERP Lift up to 50 lbs. Performs other tasks or duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 3+ years related work experience in a manufacturing environment. ERP/MRP experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Access. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in business or comparable discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity: Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations! Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities. Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. We care for our people. Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits: Dexter offers a competitive wage Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program 401(k) Plan with company contributions Opportunities for internal career development and growth Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve! Equal Opportunity Employer Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.