Buyer

McNaughton-McKay Group

Buyer

The Buyer purchases materials and performs follow-up interface with the manufacturer or their representatives.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Researches product pricing and availability and negotiates material prices whenever possible.

• Quickly and efficiently process RARRs.

• Interfaces with manufacturer or their representative for:

• purchasing of materials

• obtaining product information, price availability, delivery schedule, etc.

• resolving discrepancies

• purchase order follow-up

• resolving over shipments, shortages and changes in part numbers

• Approves manufacturer invoices for payment.

• Work with Vendor return specialist on stock returns.

• Coordinates Supply Base Management activities.

• Implement and revise procedures and instructions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities include:

• High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred.
• Proven skills in organization, math and ability to analyze data.
• Working knowledge of computerized spreadsheets.
• Proven skills in negotiations and inventory control.
• Proven skills in communication, both written and oral.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.