What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Kum & Go?
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Manage end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring product delivery timelines are aligned with organizational needs
- Create Purchase Orders to approved vendors for approved products or services in collaboration with Procurement Managers
- Monitor and track order statuses, providing updates to stakeholders as needed
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, contrats, and vendor information
- Compile reports and track performance metrics to support procurement goals
- Analyze bids and award to approved vendors
- Create and negotiate subsequent agreements that align with Master agreement
- Work closely with Procurement Managers to maintain and strengthen vendor relationships
- Support Procurement Managers in vendor interactions and the improvement of supply chain processes
- Look for ways to improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency and value
- Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for vendors, ensuring procurement systems reflect accurate and up-to-date information
- Maintain and update Certificates of Insurance for all vendors, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Work under the mentorship of Procurement Managers to develop skills in supplier negotiation, sourcing strategies, and procurement best practices
- Additional responsibilities as assigned
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 1 years’ experience in purchasing, Supply chain management , or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs; including Excel and Outlook
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong listening skills
- Practice operating independently without the need for continuous oversight or direction
- Proven ability to effectively prioritize and balance competing needs
- A history of taking the initiative to identify and solve work-related problems
- Experience in exercising initiative and sound judgment in decision-making
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000