Buyer/Purchaser

Summary: The main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Job Responsibilities: • Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors. • Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts. • Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services. • Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods. • Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives. • Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action. • Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes. • Manage just-in-time inventory. Skills: • Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills. • Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data. • Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information. • Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback. • Ability to evaluate suppliers. • Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing. • Knowledge of supply chain management. • Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.Education & Experience Required:Years of experience: 5-7 of purchasing experienceDegree requirement: No higher than a bachelor’s degree is requiredDo you accept internships as job experience: YesAre there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Junior Buyer, Sourcing Analyst, Purchasing Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst Top 3 SkillsOrganizationDetail OrientedAnalytical Additional Technical SkillsIntermediate Excel/PowerPoint skills. Experience in Power BI/Tableau dashboardsData Analysis & InterpretationReports, charts, and graphs Soft SkillsStrong written and verbal communicationPresentationsSelf-motivated, organized and ability to prioritize workload w/little directionTeam mindsetCritical thinking