Buyer

Team EJP has a full-time opening for a Buyer to join our Purchasing Department out of our home office in Gardiner, ME!The position of Buyer is responsible for managing the purchasing process for assigned branches which includes review of branch-initiated purchase orders, vendor pricing, potential intra-company transfers, and maximizing freight allowed programs. The Buyer will also assist branches in executing the cycle count program, problem solving, and complete assigned special projects as required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBITLIES:Safety TrainingAS400 competencyInventory managementVendor negotiationsOccasional travel to branch and industry eventsBENEFITS:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(K) with Company MatchLife, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance9 Paid HolidaysVacation, Personal Time, and more!EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: High School / vocational / or equivalent education and work experience preferred, but not required.E.J. Prescott is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.