Planner/Buyer Analyst

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $32.64hr - $37.64hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required.
• 2-4 years finance-related experience required.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
• Knowledge of supply chain management.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
• Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.
• Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of the establishment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Negotiation skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
• Ability to accurately document and record information.
• Microsoft Word.
• Microsoft Excel.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field.
  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities