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Ability to develop procedural protocol for reoccurring responsibilities/tasks, establishing an efficient routine, streamlining processes, taking ownership of essential functions, and communicating processes with manager utilizing minimal supervision. Ability to work independently, setting priorities, utilizing efficient time management skills to ensure all essential functions are performed in an accurate and timely manner within the work week schedule.

JOB SUMMARY:The Buyer is responsible for ensuring the efficiency of procurement operations within the company. This position manages the company's procurement program for commodities, material packages, subcontracts, and tools / equipment. The position requires organization, a motivational attitude and independent work ethic. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>Excellent understanding and knowledge of electrical material and construction.</li><li>Organize and coordinate operations in ways that ensure maximum productivity and cost efficiency.</li><li>Communication with field on necessary information-contract documents, approved material submittals and forms.</li><li>Maintain relationships with partners, vendors and suppliers.</li><li>Assess performance against objectives and provide feedback.</li><li>Ensure adherence to legal rules and guidelines.</li><li>Research to find the best vehicle, equipment, tool, materials or subcontractor for the job and negotiate / compare prices to find the best possible product at the best price.</li><li>Ensure each vehicle, piece of equipment or tool receives the necessary maintenance to prevent issues or major repairs.</li><li>Track and bill tools and equipment for job costing.</li><li>Work with Operations to review plans, specifications and contracts to ensure the correct service or material is ordered and/or procured.</li><li>Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award subcontracts / purchase orders or recommend awards.</li><li>Manage paperwork related to contracts, vendors and suppliers.</li><li>Determine which contract method is used for procurement.</li><li>Work with Operations and subcontractors to ensure project goals and budgets are met.</li><li>Manage and maintain pricing structures with manufacturers, reps, vendors and distributors.</li><li>Monitoring all cost pertaining to the project(s), and Cost Coding project expenditures.</li><li>Represent and protect the interest of Liberty.</li></ul> POSITION REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Requires high level of analytical skills, ethical behavior, security of sensitive information and maintaining company confidentiality.</li><li>Strong aptitude for financial systems with proven ability to define problems, collect data and develop an action plan.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Suite products, APEX, COINS (or designated database), and the ability to research and maneuver on the web.</li><li>Requires regular attendance and timeliness, reporting all scheduled and non-scheduled absences to Manager and Human Resources.</li><li>Respectful of each employee's area of responsibility, embracing positive relationships, and being aware of the need for all employees to perform the essential functions of their job with minimal interruptions.</li><li>Ability to work independently, setting priorities, utilizing efficient time management skills to ensure all essential functions are performed in an accurate and timely manner within the work week schedule.</li><li>Ability to develop procedural protocol for reoccurring responsibilities/tasks, establishing an efficient routine, streamlining processes, taking ownership of essential functions, and communicating processes with manager utilizing minimal supervision.</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate oral and written, with concise and complete information, researching issues as necessary, proposing options if applicable, ensuring minimal impact on co-workers and customers. Best judgment should be practiced for those issues that need immediate attention.</li><li>Abide by corporate and division policies and procedures and familiarizing yourself with Liberty's Employee Handbook.</li></ul> EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>Minimum of one year in the electrical industry.</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalent</li></ul> Liberty Electric is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug and alcohol-free workplace.All new hires and employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with company policy.

Liberty Electric

Electrical Buyer / Purchasing

Alliance/Partner Management

Analysis Skills

Apex Programming Language

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Construction

Contract Negotiation

Contract Requirements

Corporate Policies

Data Collection

Distribution Channel

Electricity

Establish Priorities

Financial Systems

High School Diploma

Human Resources

Information/Data Security (InfoSec)

Maintain Compliance

Microsoft Product Family

Negotiation Skills

Operational Audit

Operations Management

Operations Planning

Order Picking/Packing

Performance Analysis

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Pricing

Procedure Development

Process Development

Process Management

Productivity Management

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Regulatory Compliance

Research Skills

Time Management

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Talent Acquisition

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Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Major Duties and Responsibilities

+ Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow

+ Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating system

+ Track and trace Order Management files

+ Ensure timely clearance and delivery of freight to customer for Import shipments

+ Ensure documents are sent timely and arrival notices communicated to destination for Export shipments

+ Ensure accurate and timely client and vendor billing

+ Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards.

+ Meet compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer's policies / requirements.

+ Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency

+ Ensure all customers standard operating procedures are followed and updated in the DLSOP

+ Meet KPI standards, as per the company's procedures

+ 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

+ Understanding of ocean documentation process a plus

+ Pro-active, strong organizational skills

+ Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

+ Hazardous Materials certification (preferred)

+ Fluent in English

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

+ Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

+ Health Plan: Medical

+ Life Insurance

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan

+ Training and Personnel Development Program

+ Growth opportunities within the company

+ Employee Referral Program Bonus

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