Address: Morgantown, WV 26501
Telephone: 901-207-8038
Email Address: smithassociates1725@gmail.com
Hours: Office Hours – 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM CST
The buyer is responsible for the daily operational aspects of Purchasing. Provides a wide range of buying and purchasing support functions to assure completion of daily purchasing transactions which include order entry, placement, confirmation and expediting to assure appropriate reorder management and inventory control.
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Position Title : Senior Buyer
ATTENTION : ” $TOP PAY “(Interviewing Now)
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Location : Morgantown, WV
Experience level: Mid-senior
Experience required: 3 Years
Education level: Associate or equivalent
Job function: Purchasing
Industry: Industrial Automation
Compensation: $81,000 – $100,000
Total position: 1
Relocation assistance: No
Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
Reports to: VP Supply Chain & Global Procurement
Department: Purchasing
JOB SUMMARY:
– Buyer is responsible for the daily operational aspects of Purchasing.
– Provides a wide range of buying and purchasing support functions to assure
completion of daily purchasing transactions which include order entry, placement,
confirmation and expediting to assure appropriate reorder management and
inventory control.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Responsible for inventory replenishment based on established ERP reorder
management parameters (i.e., reorder points, min/max, and lead times) to minimize
stock outs and back orders for customer service and to avoid excess inventory.
– Inventory reorder management will be completed in conjunction with the VP of
Supply Chain & Global Procurement based on assigned item grouping responsibility.
– Responsible for purchase order entry and placement via the ERP system. Performs
QA on orders to help assure accuracy and contract compliance.
– Works with vendors to resolve daily order issues/discrepancies (i.e., pricing, back
orders, etc.).
– Processes purchase order confirmations and distributes exception information to
the VP of Supply Chain & Global Procurement for decision-making and follow-up.
– Performs QA of all purchase orders to assure 100% execution of ERP system daily
released orders.
– Performs purchase order expediting to assure timely goods and services delivery
and to assure appropriate completed order closing in ERP system.
– Assists VP of Supply Chain & Global Procurement in establishing business
processes that maximize the daily purchasing operations efficiency.
– Maintains contract understanding at a level that enables the incumbent to answer
routine questions related to product sources, pricing, ordering requirements, etc.
– Coordinates with Accounts Payable to assure purchase order/receiving/invoice
discrepancy resolution.
– Maintains Open Order Report to agreed upon standards.
– Assists with the ERP functions utilization and updates data as assigned within the
ERP system.
– Develops and maintains reports and documents as requested utilizing the ERP
system, Google Docs/Sheets.
– Attends meetings necessary to assist with contracting projects under the direction
of the VP of Supply Chain & Global Procurement and Managing Director.
– Coordinate inter-warehouse transfer of goods and document transfer to accurately
complete the transaction.
– Assist the Warehouse with the various processes of physical inventory.
– Enhances professional growth and development through participation in
educational programs, current literature, meetings, workshops, etc.
– Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
– Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
– Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent is required.
– Minimum of three (3) years purchasing experience.
– Ability to prepare reports, purchase orders, and correspondence related to
purchasing.
– Strong problem-solving skills, highly organized and detail-oriented.
– Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities to meet
deadlines.
– Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team setting.
– Effective written and verbal communication skills.
– Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
– Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
– Proven ability to meet deadlines and follow directions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
– Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job duties consistent with
ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting
qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
– Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and
other federal, state, and local standards.
– Ability to work safely and adhere to the Swanson Safety System in daily job duties.
– Ability to sit for long periods of time.
– Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
For consideration you must act now, send resume to
smithassociates1725@gmail.com. Sincerely,
Gerald Smith
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