What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer; Purchasing position at CONTRACT PHARMACAL CORP?
Description
Position Summary:
The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for leading purchasing activities to ensure the timely procurement of materials, components and/or supplies necessary for business operations.
Responsibilities: including but not limited to -
- Review pricing, vendor terms, and procurement needs using MRP systems and demand forecasts.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure availability and minimize shortages or excess stock.
- Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery.
- Maintain accurate lead times and order status within the company’s ERP system.
- Implement price changes as directed by senior management.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to optimize cost savings.
- Run open order reports to track deliveries and address potential delays.
- Support logistics, transportation, and warehouse operations as needed.
- Address and resolve supplier-related issues, including non-conformances, returns, and corrective actions.
- Reconcile invoice discrepancies with receiving and accounts payable teams.
- Provide specifications or documentation to internal teams as needed.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 2-3 years of purchasing experience required; 3-5 years preferred if no degree.
- Experience in a regulated industry is a plus.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and with external suppliers.
- Adept in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.
- Ability to multitask, strong sense of urgency in resolving any issues.
Physical Demands:
- Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, computer controls.
- May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., stand, bend, kneel, crouch, sit, talk, hear, and walk.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, ability to focus.
Work Environment:
- Required to be present in the office to collaborate with management, other departments, and vendors daily.
- Employee travel/work hours/schedule/location and/or shift are subject to change based on business needs and Management discretion.
- Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Personal Protective Equipment or Attire Required for Position:
- As needed.
Pay Range:
$60,000 - $75,000 per year
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
