Buyer I

JOB SUMMARY 

Job Summary: Assists in purchasing materials, supplies, and services for the organization. They evaluate bids, negotiate prices, and track purchases. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

· Perform basic purchasing tasks such as sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotes, and placing orders. 

· The purchase of non-inventory items based on each department's purchase requisitions (PR). 

· Reviewing MRP, issuing purchase orders, and making any necessary revisions. Following up on confirmations and delivery dates. 

· Handle routine procurement activities under close supervision. 

· Maintain records of purchases, track deliveries, and manage inventory levels. 

· Assist in resolving minor supplier issues and discrepancies. 

· Work with warehouse on receiving issues and returns to suppliers. 

· Coordinate closely with the scheduling/Planning team to communicate ETA’s and delays. 

· Analyze Forecast in ERP System. 

· Onboard new suppliers. 

· Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of internal management and staff, outside suppliers, and clients 

· Responsible for meeting procurement goals. 

· Complete any special assignments or projects given by the manager. 

· Works under close supervision and direction from manager. 

· Limited authority to make independent purchasing decisions. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

1-2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role, in a manufacturing environment. 

distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.