Buyer 1 - Procurement

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisition and negotiates within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Obtains material from supplier at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Prepare orders and follows up on orders to expedited delivery and shipment.
• Obtains certifications of delivery and conducts check against order.
• Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid.
• Develop and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation.
• Prepare purchase orders using MP2 5.0.
• Maintain procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance.
• Discuss 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.
• Average invoice approval accuracy of 95%.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college university and/or equivalent experience;
• One to two years related experience and/or training;
• or equivalent combination of education or experience.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills, database knowledge, solid communication skills to communicate with Internal Customers and External Vendors.
• Individual must be able to read analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Skills

• Experience with Maximo, OnPoint, Costpoint and Microsoft Suite.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

$62,000 - $65,000

Schedule

N/A