Buyer: 12732

Length of Assignment: 12 Months

Location: Greenville, SC

Schedule: Mon-Thurs onsite, Friday remote

Summary:

The main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
• Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine the need for changes.
• Manage just-in-time inventory.
• Attends trade shows.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Basic mentoring skills are necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Ability to evaluate suppliers.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
• Knowledge of supply chain management.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required.
• 5 years finance related experience required.

Key Points and Attributes:

• Prior experience in finance, quality assurance, policy compliance, and/or customer service
• Familiarity with sales or service operations of electronic goods manufacturers and sellers.
• Good analytical, interpersonal, communication, and time management skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time to meet KPI targets.
• Expert ability in prioritization based on risk and internal KPI requirements.
• Ability to accurately document and record all related information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Enhanced mathematical skills is preferred.