Join an Established and Growing Business! RITALKA, Inc., is a family-owned specialty engineering and manufacturing business focused on creating jobs in rural communities. We take pride in finding careers that fit the person rather than a person to fit a job - which allows us to do extraordinary things with ordinary people. Learn more about us at ritalka.com and apply today!FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE including 4 10-hour shifts and 5 8-hour shifts!*Stating Wage: $19 to $29 per hour in accordance with experienceBENEFITS & PERKS: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; HSA/FSA options; Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) with Employer Match; Term Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee-of-the-Month and Year; RITALKA University; Employee Luncheons; Company Picnic; Community VolunteeringAs a Buyer, your primary responsibility is to build and maintain relationships via phone, fax, and e-mail with component vendors and suppliers. You will coordinate purchasing and delivery schedules of vendor supplied components with appropriate departments and personnel. You will also source and buy product to fill requirements.What does a Buyer do at RITALKA?Qualify and develop new suppliersManage, maintain, and grow existing supplier base by developing long-term, professional relationships with key vendorsQualify vendor's product offerings to verify exact part numbers, accurate delivery date, and best priceNegotiate and buy parts in a timely and expeditious mannerProduct research as requiredCommunication and problem solvingManage parts orders to meet project / forecast / Theory of Constraint requirements and communicate status to supply chain via established reporting methodsWhat are we looking for in a quality candidate?Accurate and professional verbal and written communicationsKeeps business records, utilizing computers, accurate filing systems, customer and personal serviceProficient use of computers, software, i.e. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)Complete vendor score cardsS & OP meetingsFollow company and department standard proceduresEDUCATION/EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)Purchasing Management or other applicable degree2+ years' experience is desiredOR Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be acceptable.Many tasks include their own work and /or the review of work of others in the department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.