**Buyer**

at Hightower High Point, North Carolina, United States The Domestic Buyer will be responsible for placing Purchase Orders for all necessary domestic parts and tracking orders within our ERP system (Netsuite). The Domestic Buyer will be the primary contact with local vendors on all communications related to the supplier, parts and complete orders. Additionally, the Domestic Buyer will assist as a back-up for International purchasing functions.

Hightower is continuously improving processes. In the coming year we are planning to move from a more manual system transitioning to a MRP system within Netsuite. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully navigate through the transition process. They will be able to problem solve quickly, maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively. They dont sweat the small stuff and understand supply chain challenges are going to happen but work to overcome, be proactive and improve.

The Hightower environment is supportive of the purchasing group having support from manufacturing and finance. Its understood that its a mutual partnership between suppliers and the organization.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Domestic Buyer is responsible for an array of critical duties including:

* In the first three months on the job, a successful candidate will have established a relationship with our domestic suppliers, and a firm understanding of Hightowers products and purchasing processes.

* Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers.

* Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best quote among potential suppliers.

* Update team notes with status of all orders in progress

* Key communication contact with internal project managers on materials related questions.

* Compare suppliers invoices with Quotes, RFPs and purchase orders to verify accuracy.

* Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists.

* Collaborate with the Receiving team to check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications.

* Maintain a log of all non-conforming material that arrives from suppliers.

* Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.

* Calculate costs of orders, and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts.

* Be proactive in contacting suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.

* Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.

* Respond to colleagues, customers and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.

* Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.

**Required skills and experience:**

* Associate's degree or higher relevant to Purchasing, Accounting, Administration or a related field.

* Experience in inventory management would be an advantage.

* Superior organizational skills, attention to detail and effective problem solving abilities are essential.

* Excellent degree of accuracy with data entry.

* Strong time management skills with the ability to both multi-task and prioritize work as needed.

* Professional written and verbal communication skills.

* Proficient in Excel and ability to learn new Purchasing systems with ease.

**Qualities we love!**

* Positive attitude and strong sense of humor to help foster a fun and creative work environment

* Passion for design and creativity

* Self starter who takes ownership and responsibility for an opportunity, to make things happen

* The ability to make fast decisions, independently, and with sound judgment

* Flexibility to adapt to quickly changing priorities and tasks

* Proactive in seeking out solutions to issues before they adversely impact the business

* Maintains a good balance of confidence and humility