What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Corporate Temps INC?
Job Purpose : Maintains construction schedule by planning purchases; identifying suppliers; obtaining materials and supplies; arranging delivery.Duties :
- Plans purchases by reviewing materials and supplies requirements from plan package, contracts, and change orders.
- Obtains quotes by forwarding materials and supplies requirements to supplier; evaluating alternative materials and supplies.
- Places orders by negotiating price, terms, and delivery of materials and supplies.
- Arranges delivery of materials and supplies by providing location and direction to construction sites.
- Resolves delivery discrepancies by comparing purchase order to delivery documentation; obtaining credits and refunds.
- Improves quality results by analyzing materials, supplies, and vendor reliability; recommending changes.
- Reduces construction costs by evaluating alternative materials and supplies; negotiating pricing and terms.
- Provides management planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in trade shows and educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
- Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.Skills / Qualifications : Supply Management, Tracking Budget Expenses, Vendor Relationships, Planning, Customer Service, Quality Focus, Inventory Control, Productivity, Judgment, Attention to Detail
