Buyer

• Reviews requisitions, prepares purchase orders or bid requests to purchases materials and supplies for production
• Performs data entry of all purchases, sends purchase orders to vendors, and compiles supporting records and reports
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule
• Contacts vendors on status of orders and resolves discrepancies with quantity and quality
• Search and vet prospective vendors to meet the growing needs of production
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
• Assists and interfaces with all departments to resolve problems and issues as necessary
• Supports in reviewing and maintaining transactional accuracy in the ERP system

• Associates Degree in Business Management or Supply Chain
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar role
• 1-2 years experience with ERP systems
• Excel skills a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Organized with an attention to detail

Excel skills

• medical
• vision
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan