What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agents - Buyer position at MDA Edge?
Job Summary: Buyers are responsible for purchasing products, goods, and materials (stock and/or non-stock) that meet the organization's standards for price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. A Buyer may procure products in support of a Vallen distribution center, warehouse, assigned client, and/or assigned vendor. Position Details
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Overtime possible)
- Type: Temp-to-hire
- Experience: Buying experience preferred over a degree; MRO purchasing experience is a plus
- Compensation: Pay increase upon conversion to full-time employee (FTE)
- Tools & Skills:
- SAP experience required
- Strong computer skills required; daily use of Excel and Word.
- Work Environment:
- Onsite, in-person role (not remote).
- Steel toe or composite shoes required, as the office is located within a warehouse.
- Additional: On-call rotation required once converted to FTE.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Finance) or equivalent experience.
- 1 years of experience in Procurement preferred.
- CPM certification preferred.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to learn and work with ERP and Inventory Management systems (GAINS experience preferred).
- Strong mathematical aptitude.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and execution skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Perform procurement activities to meet current and anticipated product/material demands in alignment with Vallen's purchasing strategies.
- Review and approve inventory forecasts and daily replenishment recommendations generated by the GAINS system.
- Evaluate existing orders to expedite or delay based on delivery requirements.
- Generate purchase requisitions and vendor orders.
- Monitor product quality and delivery timelines; coordinate return or replacement of damaged goods.
- Manage vendor returns for aging, expired, or excess inventory; handle liquidation activities as needed.
- Follow up with vendors regarding purchase order status to ensure on-time delivery; communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Resolve vendor issues related to product quality and timeliness.
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal/external customers.
- Research and resolve non-conformances with supplier invoices in accounts payable.
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