Buyer jobs in Virginia State University, VA
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Materials Buyer - Alberta
- MEGlobal
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Alberta, VA
FULL_TIME
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MEGlobal Canada ULC is seeking a qualified candidate to join the North America Procurement Team as a Materials Buyer.
Job Purpose
This role is responsible for the procurement of materials, and to ensure the best value materials, goods and services are obtained, in the right quality, quantities and at the right time to satisfy MEGlobal’s operational requirements.
Key Job Responsibilities
Procure and place orders for goods for the organization in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Research and survey buying markets in order to source the most optimal suppliers, in accordance with corporate objectives.
Coordinate all purchases with inventory or warehouse managers to ensure rapid delivery and reception of goods and/or services.
Arrange for payments to vendors for products or services procured.
Receive delivery of ordered supplies and verify shipment contents for accuracy, condition, and quantity.
Prepare and administer bids, requests for quote, requests for proposal, requests for information, and other vendor documentation.
Organize, coordinate, and periodically conduct physical inspections of inventory levels across the company.
Manage scope of work, and contract terms with service providers.
Handle shipping arrangements and arrange for payment of associated taxes, customs, tariffs, surcharges, and other fees.
Receive and handle invoices from vendors; verify that the information on invoices is for agreed-upon prices, products, shipment date, and shipping method.
Calculate annual requirements for products or services and reconcile amounts against available budget.
Remain abreast of pricing trends, changes, restrictions, or any other variables that could affect purchasing strategies.
Advise departments and business units of lead time required to obtain products or services.
Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies using diplomacy and tact with vendors and service providers.
Make recommendations and suggest options to Leadership Team regarding expected or unexpected material shortages.
Negotiate return of items to vendors and coordinate subsequent credits, refunds, or replacements.
Where applicable, arrange for purchases with other buyers to obtain price breaks on volume orders.
Make alternate arrangements in the event of shortages or delayed deliveries to minimize impact on the organization.
Adhere to and enforce compliance with purchasing policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
5 years of relevant experience
Buying experience is an asset
Effective communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships with vendors
Data analysis skills to effectively identify value opportunities
Excellent negotiation skills
Salaries are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. MEGlobal is an equal opportunity employer.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About MEGlobal
MEGlobal is a global leader in the manufacture and marketing of ethylene glycol (EG). With a worldwide network, MEGlobal markets its products throughout Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. MEGlobal embraces the principles of Responsible Care®, focusing on the safety of
employees, neighbors, communities and the environment in every aspect of its operations. As a subsidiary of EQUATE Petrochemical Company (EQUATE), MEGlobal is part of the EQUATE Group which is the world’s second largest producer of EG. Visit www.meglobal.biz for more information. - 4 Days Ago
Strategic Buyer/Data Analyst
- BluePrint Automation
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Chesterfield, VA
FULL_TIME
- Data Analyst / BuyerBluePrint Automation (BPA) is the world leader in innovative packaging automation solutions. Our mission is to deliver solutions that offer true flexibility in real world productio...
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Territory Manager - Virginia/D.C. Territory
- Efco Corp
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Richmond, VA
- Sales | Richmond, VA, USA | Base + Commission | Full TimeWe believe in rising to a challenge, creating a vision, and pro...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian - Sales Consultant
- Mercedes-benz Of Midlothian
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University Of Richmond, VA
- Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian is looking for a passionate, sales-minded individual to fill a Sales Consultant position on ...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
B2B Sales Consultant With High Earning Potential (Central VA, Norfolk)
- Transworld Business Advisors RVA
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Richmond, VA
- Job Description Job Description This opportunity is suitable for those individuals who enjoy the freedom of self-employm...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer
- Quick Response Fire Supply, LLC (QRFS.com)
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Ashland, VA
- In support of our mission, Quick Response Fire Supply has an immediate opening for a highly skilled and detail-oriented ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Territory Sales Representative (Inside Sales) - Richmond, VA)
- BizBuySell
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Richmond, VA
- Territory Sales Representative (INSIDE SALES) - BizBuySell – Richmond, VA CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading globa...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Homebuyer Concierge
- Lennar Homes
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Richmond, VA
- Overview As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one million new homes for families across Americ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Experienced Commercial Real Estate Agent
- Marcus & Millichap
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Richmond, VA
- Marcus & Millichap is the industry's largest firm specializing in real estate investment sales and financing, as well as...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Account Manager
- Workforce
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Henrico, VA
- Job Description Job Description Title: Account Manager Reports To: Supervising Account Manager Job Purpose: Main point o...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Virginia State University, Virginia
Virginia State University (VSU), also known as Virginia State, is a historically black public land-grant university in Ettrick, Virginia. Founded on March 6, 1882 (1882-03-06), Virginia State developed as the United States's first fully state-supported four-year institution of higher learning for black Americans. The university is a member school of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Buyer jobs
$64,346 to $81,663
Virginia State University, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Buyer do?
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Review supplies, works and services to ensure compliance with company procedures and best procurement practice.
December 19, 2022
Create and review statement of need, market research, brand name justification, and independent government cost estimate documents for past, current, and upcoming procurements.
December 29, 2022
Organize/coordinate, analyze/interpret, problem solve, plan, communicate, prepare written communications, access to laboratory and GMP areas may be required.
January 29, 2023
Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
February 16, 2023
Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions.
March 17, 2023
Provide outstanding customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
April 09, 2023
Interact with various stakeholders to identify business needs, build relationships and sell the features and benefits of early procurement involvement.
April 25, 2023
Manage preparation, implementation and execution of procurement processes.
May 08, 2023
Implement proactive problem solving and improvements that allow more efficient data entry, within pre-established parameters.
May 17, 2023
Participate in the invoice approval process to ensure that supplier invoices are in accordance with purchase order terms and conditions, and resolve issues as necessary.
May 20, 2023