Responsible for sourcing, negotiating and procuring goods and services.
This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of quality products, and achieving cost savings. The Buyer will work closely with
various departments to understand their requirements and ensure procurement activities that align with organizational
goals.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Sourcing and Procurement: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate terms and conditions, and place
purchase orders.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitor their performance, and address any issues that arise.
• Cost Management: Analyze market trends and pricing, negotiate cost reductions, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and ensure timely replenishment of stock
• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
Prepare regular reports on procurement activities and performance metrics.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as finance, operations, and quality.
assurance, to ensure procurement aligns with overall business objectives.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Prior purchasing or buyer experience preferred.
• Understanding of procurement processes, supply chain management, market dynamic, relevant regulations and compliance requirements preferred.
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About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.