What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Confidential?
Position Title: Buyer
Reports To: Supply Chain Manager
Summary:
This position would directly support the purchasing team in day-to-day activities to ensure work progresses on schedule and with high quality.
Essential Job Functions:
- Issuing RFQs and purchase orders timely to support production
- Managing supplier due dates and expediting crucial orders
- Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers
- Work with planning and operations to support manufacturing schedules
- Assist with payables and invoicing questions/issues
- Strong problem-solving skills.
Skills Desired:
- Excellent analytical and financial skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision
- Working experience in an ERP system, preferably Infor Visual
- Highly skilled in Excel, Word, Power-Point
- Be able to comprehend blueprints and drawings
- Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers.
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
- College degree or equivalent experience. CPM certification is a plus.
- 3-5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Salary : $55,600 - $70,400
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