Manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.
Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations.
Job Title | Job Description | |
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1 | Associate Buyer | The Associate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Associate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Associate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Associate Buyer works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as an Associate Buyer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. |
2 | Intermediate Buyer | The Intermediate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Intermediate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Intermediate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Intermediate Buyer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as an Intermediate Buyer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. |
3 | Purchasing Generalist III | The Purchasing Generalist III qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being a Purchasing Generalist III typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Purchasing Generalist III typically reports to an executive or a manager. Being a Purchasing Generalist III contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Purchasing Generalist III typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. |
4 | EDI Application Interface Development Manager | The EDI Application Interface Development Manager develops and implements an EDI strategy to support organizational initiatives. Oversees staff responsible for design and development of EDI application interfaces and maps. Being an EDI Application Interface Development Manager requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Manages and leads the EDI project including documentation, quality assurance, implementation support, and workflow management. In addition, EDI Application Interface Development Manager typically reports to top management. The EDI Application Interface Development Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as an EDI Application Interface Development Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. |
5 | Commodities Manager | The Commodities Manager evaluates market conditions in order to maintain inventory levels and control costs. Develops, implements, and maintains a commodity inventory strategy that supports a company's supply chain. Being a Commodities Manager manages ongoing relationships with suppliers. Evaluates and recommends vendors. In addition, Commodities Manager requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to top management. The Commodities Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Commodities Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. |
Skills | Proficiency Level |
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Business Acumen | Level 2 |
Budgeting | Level 3 |
Planning and Organizing | Level 4 |