What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Steel Buyer position at Confidential?
Buyer
Purchase and schedule delivery of assigned products in an economical and timely manner, analyze and manage material usage.
1.Purchases all items in an assigned class of products.
2.Maintains good rapport with vendors.
3.Negotiates the best possible prices/value for products.
4.Check in packers – check for completed purchase order lines.
5.Miscellaneous duties – update reports and schedules maintained by the purchasing department.
6.Oversee mill claims.
7.Maintain current knowledge of market conditions and technology.
8.Represent business in a professional manner at all times and support ethical standards in every transaction.
9.Performs other duties as related or assigned.
10.Good attendance is an essential function of this job.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree with an emphasis on business, or equivalent experience and 0-4 years experience in industrial purchasing and/or inventory management, of steel products.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted purchasing practices and procedures.
Excellent negotiating, analytical and math skills.
Skilled in using data base information and ability to consistently apply procedures.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
