Buyer II (Hybrid)

Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Hybrid in our Webster Office

MRO and contract negotiation experience preferred. ERP/SAP experience helpful.

Job Summary
Research, evaluate, recommend and purchase goods and services in accordance with established company and departmental policies and procedures, within budgetary guidelines. The principles and standards of the procurement profession apply to this position. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills. Liaise effectively with suppliers and manufacturers, as well as internal departments and customers to achieve continuous improvements to the company. Analyze price trends and assess their impact on future activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education: Bachelor's Degree or professional level of knowledge in a specialized field, or equivalent, related experience.
Experience: 2 - 4 years - or Associates Degree equivalent plus 4 - 6 years.
Knowledge: General knowledge of industry practices, standards, and concepts within field of work. Applies them to perform work requiring analytical business skills.
Decision Making: Makes decisions related to a wide variety of situations within management limits. Interprets guidelines and procedures, applying judgment and discretion. Decisions influence portions of a project, client relationships and/or expenditures.
Supervision Received: Works independently under general supervision. Work is reviewed for overall adequacy in meeting objectives.
Leadership: May provide training and guidance to less experienced staff.
Problem Solving /Operations/Direct Work Involvement: Develops solutions to a variety of problems, typically of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to and interprets policies and practices for guidance.
Client Contacts: Contacts other departments and or external organizations or parties frequently. Contacts are primarily at or below middle management levels. Communication is primarily task-related and involves creating and delivering varied types of messages and information.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Serve as liaison between customers and suppliers; participate in supplier negotiations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational, time management, and problem solving skills. Strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of procurement information systems is required. Proficiency in the use of desktop applications Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; experience with SAP and Cognos software is a plus.
Experience procuring corporate operational supplies required. Experience defining contract terms and specifications while monitoring federal and state laws as they pertain to the purchasing process is preferred. Daily interaction with customers, suppliers, and varying levels of management is necessary; contacts require considerable discretion, judgment, and diplomacy.
CPSM or C.P.M. designation is a plus.