Buyer (Remote)

Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE:

The incumbent will conduct the requirements development, proposal preparation, negotiation, and fulfillment of requested print and promotion products to ensure stakeholder requirements are satisfied.

Essential Functions

Facilitation of Purchasing Process/ Stakeholder Engagement and Sourcing Initiatives:

• Support the sourcing process for print jobs and custom goods, from requirements development to PO creation in SAP Ariba.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (Marketing, Branding, Sales) to develop project objectives and requirements before engaging suppliers. Ensure requests are completed and customer satisfaction is maintained.
• Ensure that purchase requests are verified for accuracy, obtain necessary approvals, and confirm compliance with Brand requirements and industry standards.
• Ensure the procurement process is followed and documentation is accessible. Project management and maintains a project tracker/status report. Refer relevant requisitions to strategic sourcing when applicable. Communicate product updates and cost trends to minimize expenses.
• Maintain oversight of logistics, packaging, and shipments. Contribute to the modernization and automation of the print and promotion procurement process.
  
  

Supplier Engagement

• Engage with suppliers daily to address and resolve transactional issues promptly and effectively.
• Provide assistance to potential suppliers throughout the bidding, selection, and negotiation processes. Negotiate with suppliers during the procurement process to secure optimal cost savings, value, and risk profiles. Collaborate with the Sourcing and Supplier Management team in identifying and selecting suppliers that support the Supplier Diversity program.
• Analyze and compare service or product offerings and specifications, investigate future renewal requirements and options, and resolve any contract and invoice discrepancies.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement And Sourcing Initiatives

• Assist business owners with procurement process, decision-making, and adherence to Procurement policies.
• Address all business owner inquiries on order status of products in a timely manner.
  
  

Quality, Reporting, And Compliance

• Ensure the purchasing process is followed and documented. Monitor purchase orders, pricing accuracy, and payment terms. Collaborate with Accounts Payables to resolve supplier issues promptly. Ensure all purchasing documents are properly documented and published timely, maintaining compliance with established agreements.
  
  

Qualifications

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Licenses/Certifications Preferred

• Procurement, Graphic Arts
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of custom buying experience with RFQs.
• Print buying strongly preferred.
• Ability to negotiate internally and externally to achieve required objectives.
• Knowledge of Ariba or similar procurement automation tools.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong time-management, project management and organizational skill.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to organize stakeholder meetings.
• Microsoft Office applications usage.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.
  
  

Salary Range: $48,240 - $95,810

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Procurement & Vendor Management

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

Physical Demands

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship