BUYER

The Buyer is responsible for acquiring materials, supplies, services and placing purchase orders for goods that have standard costs and quoted discounts already in place. Reviews requisitions and proposals from vendors to negotiate contracts. Reviews opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. Retains records pertaining to cost, delivery, performance, and inventory levels. The Buyer is a strong team player, results oriented, has a dedication to excellence and a sense of urgency to achieve business objectives. Position Responsibilities may include; Tactical Strategic Commodity responsibilities multiple production locations Supplier Development Directing staff in certain purchasing activities Delivery/Inventory management (Inventory goals, Long lead-time supplier programs, obsolescence). Cost (PO's, AP issues, Supplier reduction, savings initiatives). General supplier maintenance (system and file data accuracy maintained). Engineering/Program changes. Limited Travel Use computers to organize and locate inventory and operate spreadsheet and word processing software. Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise. Manage the commodities for which they are assigned Confer with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences. Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors. Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed. Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise. May include; Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products Tactical Strategic Commodity responsibilities multiple production locations Supplier Development Directing staff in certain purchasing activities Delivery/Inventory management (Inventory goals, Long lead-time supplier programs, obsolescence). Cost (PO's, AP issues, Supplier reduction, savings initiatives). General supplier maintenance (system and file data accuracy maintained). Engineering/Program changes. Limited Travel Use computers to organize and locate inventory and operate spreadsheet and word processing software. Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise. Manage the commodities for which they are assigned Confer with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences. Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors. Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed. Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise. May include; Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products Nature & Scope: Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals Knowledge & Skills: Experience in both foreign and domestic sourcing with logical and strong negotiating skills Good working knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor/SAP Preferred, but not required) Vendor partnering, including supplier certification and development processes and lead -time reduction Familiarity with EDI/ERP implementation is a plus Effective communication and negotiation skills taking into account the Global nature of today's market and supply base Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, vendors, and employees Effective organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and manage mu…

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