Buyer

Job Summary:

The Buyer is responsible for procuring goods, materials, and services to meet the operational needs of the organization. This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality items at competitive prices. The Buyer works closely with internal departments to ensure that procurement aligns with company policies, budgets, and production schedules.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities include some or all of the following:

• Identify and evaluate suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
• Request, review, and analyze supplier quotations to select the best options.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Monitor order statuses to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Resolve any issues related to delivery delays, discrepancies, or quality concerns.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor and analyze procurement spending to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about pricing trends and availability.
• Work with inventory and production teams to ensure adequate stock levels and avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast material requirements.
• Adjust orders based on changing business needs or production schedules.
• Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier communications.
• Prepare reports on procurement performance and provide data-driven insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new suppliers, and innovations in procurement practices.
• Travel to any job site as needed. This could include the need to drive a vehicle, fly in a commercial airplane, ride a train, taxi, etc.
• This position requires the ability to travel nationally or internationally for extended periods of time (weeks, months or years).
• Regular attendance at work is an essential duty.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Conform to company Quality, Environmental, and Safety policies, any environmental laws, regulations, standards, and other requirements such as permits to operate

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage 300, Timberline, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for managing supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle, Sage 300, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Industry knowledge (such as construction, manufacturing, or engineering) is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple departments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Education, Experience, and Training:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: 2 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles.