Buyer

The Buyer coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies for the organization.

• Consult with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule

• Review and revise bill of materials as they are released for purchase

• Accurate entry, proofing, maintenance, and submission of purchase orders

• Process returns and request credits after appropriate investigation

• Work out remedies for defective or unacceptable goods

• Collaborate with department managers, engineers and operations staff on material needs

• Generate daily, weekly and monthly reports, providing summaries to management

• Work with Expeditor to ensure on time delivery of products

• Provide back-up to the receptionist and front office

• Related Associates degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a purchasing department for a manufacturing company

• Ability to think critically and implement effective solutions

• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills

• Detail-oriented and accurate with strong organization skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to interact professionally and ethically with all levels of the organization