Junior Buyer

This position requires strong communication skills involving interaction with internal and external customers, advanced computer skills and must posses strong organizational capabilities. Job duties require a high degree of confidentiality and work accuracy.  This position represents the Company in a positive image interacting with our employees, customers, and community in a safe and ethical manner to achieve financial success. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the  following.

Greets vendors, customers, job applicants and other visitors, and arranges for meetings and transportation services, when needed. May operate a switchboard to route incoming calls and place outgoing calls. Administrative duties to include typing, filing, faxing, etc. Acts as a company liaison in the field of customer relations, company suppliers and vendors.  Responsible for general administrative duties such as data entry, copying, filing, creating benefit packets and other administrative tasks as determined by the department.  Maintains various records and logs. Assists with projects in other departments as needed.  Other duties may be designated in this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

4 year degree preferred, One year certificate from college or technical school; or two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a business environment.

-LANGUAGE SKILLS (English)

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of the organization. Solid interpersonal and administrative skills.