Temporary Buyer II

Responsibilities

• Ensure UEM is receiving the best pricing and delivery dates available for each part.
• Remain informed of the parts status for each job assigned on the build schedule.
• Provide technical support and training to the other buyers.
• Supply a weekly parts status report for each project to the purchasing manager prior to each weekly production meeting.
• Communicate with the logistics coordinator as needed to move units or products between UEM locations.
• Follow up on all open PO’s daily in order to maintain status of all parts ordered.
• Confirm all ordered parts are delivered no less than one week prior to the build start date.
• Work overtime including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Skill in preparing and analyzing complex technical specifications and bids.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Prefer candidates with a working knowledge of warehouse and inventory operations.
• Experience with and knowledge of inventory software and programs.
• Strong calculative and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to meet required deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Ability to utilize desktop computer systems, hardware, and operating systems.