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Skills
Biddingunmatched
Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
Billingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Engineering Drawingunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Internet Applicationunmatched
Inventory Costsunmatched
Materials Cost Analysisunmatched
Materials Planningunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Order Processingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Policy Implementationunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product Developmentunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
One of our customers is looking for a Buyer!
SCOPE OF OPERATION:
Responsible for reviewing engineering drawings to determine the appropriate vendors to secure the best cost and quality available. Effective use of existing purchasing contracts is essential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Purchase raw materials, fabricated parts, tools, equipment, and supplies used to build machinery utilizing engineering drawings.
Work with Engineering regarding drawings and BOMs.
Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
Evaluate suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, correct quantities, and quality standards.
Determine procurement methods including direct purchase or bidding.
Prepare purchase orders and bid requests.
Assist with product development including forecasting, material availability, and cost analysis.
Maintain computerized purchasing records including costs, inventory, delivery, and supplier performance.
Address defective or unacceptable goods with vendors and quality personnel to resolve issues.
Expedite deliveries and purchase orders as needed.
Perform purchase order entry, material planning, supplier development, and invoice processing.
Support implementation of purchasing policies and cost reduction initiatives.
Establish new vendors for cost savings and performance improvements.
Coordinate with Accounting regarding invoice discrepancies, supplier paperwork, and payment requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned by senior management.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma required.
8-10 years of purchasing experience.
Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings.
Strong organizational and priority management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet applications.