Purchaser/ Buyer

**Job Summary**: The Purchaser/Buyer is responsible for procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor relationship management, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies. This role requires attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to align purchasing with operational needs. This role requires an individual who exemplifies the company values of humble, driven, and solutions oriented.

**Humble **- Employees that are team players and are respectful of others and the job at hand. Great team players lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Humble employees are quick to point out contributions of others and slow to seek attention of their own.

**Driven **- Employees who are motivated and focused on self improvement. Driven or hungry employees are always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. They never have to be pushed by a manager to work harder because they are self-motivated and diligent.

**Solutions Oriented** - Employees who focus on solving, and preventing problems from occurring, not just identifying them. This is equal parts of problems with systems and processes and the common sense that an employee has about people. They are aware, act appropriately, ask good questions, and listen to understand.

**Role and Accountability**:

- Manage procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor evaluation, and purchasing decisions.
- Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors to achieve cost savings and maintain quality standards.
- Monitoring inventory levels and coordinate with department leads to forecast purchasing needs.
- Ensure timely and accurate purchase order creation, approvals, and processing.
- Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and goods received in collaboration with the Accounts Payable team.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor databases.
- Stay informed on market trends, pricing, and best practices to improve procurement strategies.
- Prioritize sustainable procurement practices by evaluating suppliers based on environmental and social criteria and integrating sustainability into vendor selection and contract negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies related to procurement.
- Attend Level 10 meetings and other department meetings, representing the role and driving organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including senior leadership, to address challenges, identify actionable solutions, and align financial strategies with overall organizational objectives.
- Utilize Microsoft To-Do for task tracking and reminders to ensure efficient organization and completion of daily tasks, promoting productivity and accountability within the Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Proficiency in procurement and inventory management tools (e.g., ERP systems).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.

**Education and Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and vendor management software is preferred.

Salary $45,000 to $65,000 annually

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