The Buyer is responsible for the administration of the procurement and purchasing programs in a strategic manner for the company according to proper operating protocol and company policy. This individual performs the day to day operations of the purchasing department and is relied on to identify and support process improvement initiatives as needed. The individual applies experience in a variety of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures; and relies on experience and judgment to resolve problems and communicate effectively. This individual handles all procurement and purchasing responsibilities for the Product group and for the general office needs for the company and performs other duties as required by managers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in a strategic manner to procure all goods and services for company, which includes the product group and the general office
• Actively identify and support process improvement projects for the department
• Review all company purchase requisitions
• Prepare company purchase orders
• Maintain control of all open purchase orders
• Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedules
• Use independent judgement to determine the most appropriate method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid
• Represent the company as the POC for suppliers
• Review bid proposal and negotiate contracts on behalf of the company with budgetary limitations within scope of authority
• Maintain company procurement records and coordinate with Accounting
• Evaluate bill of materials, BOMs, provided by Engineering group, and ensure that all items are purchased at the required quality level and optimal price
• Ensure that levels of inventory items purchased are maintained at optimal levels
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Resolve problems related to technical issues, quality, delivery, receiving and payment to the supplier
• Communicate with User departments such as Engineering, Quality Assurance, Program Management, Product Line and Manufacturing to ensure requirements are met

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications and/or Education:

• General education in Business classes
• 3-6 years of experience working in a similar role
• Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, and various purchasing program modules
• Must have experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Experience communicating with suppliers
• Experience with contract negotiation

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $65,000 to $78,300 per year however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.