Buyer

OEG, Inc

Portland, OR

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Part-time

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Policies, Bidding, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Contact Management, Dental Insurance, Electricity, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Sales, Service Delivery, Sourcing Strategy, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Portland, OR

POSTED

1 day ago

Responsible for understanding, upholding, and promoting the Everus 4EVER Strategy:

Employees
Value
Execution
Relationships

JOB SUMMARY

The Buyer is responsible for securing competitive negotiated pricing and recommending the best vendor partners. We strive to provide consistent, dependable purchasing practices to support our internal and external customers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, accounting policies and business procedures at a level normally acquired through completion of a two-year technical or business degree or related field or equivalent experience; and
Four years’ experience in construction purchasing – preferably electrical industry experience.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Requires strong technical skills, including a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a cooperative team environment and support both internal and external customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare written inquiries for vendor supplied items.
Utilize problem solving, supplier management, and negotiating skills.
Negotiate delivery and payment terms, as well as change orders.
Expedite deliveries and conduct follow-up procedures as necessary.
Coordinate invoice issues with vendor and accounting.
Perform competitive supplier selections, reviews, proposals, and process competitive bids routinely.
Establish/maintain working contact with vendors. Meet with sales and vendor representatives as required. Provide vendor performance reviews with metrics that the vendor partner can use for improved performance with OEG.
Process requisitions, place purchase orders and oversee delivery of goods and services to meet predetermined project due dates.
Assist in executing sourcing strategies, prepare and organize data for presentation and decision making.
Perform additional duties as assigned

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage
401k retirement plan with employer match and company contribution.
PTO accrual of up to 120 hours in a full year (subject to plan terms thereafter)
7 company paid holidays

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background check, credit check, MVR and drug screen may be required (will vary by position).
Equal Opportunity Employer

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