What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Process Distribution Group?
Job Title:
Buyer
This position can be based out of Chandler, AZ; San Jose, CA; Portland, OR; and Salt Lake City, UT. See additional details below if located in AZ, OR, or UT.
Overview:
- Performs analytical, operational, and administrative tasks in support of Managers, Analysts, and Buyers involved in the purchase or acquisition of goods, assets, processes, patents, copyrights, or possession of other services.
- Monitors employer's inventory and ensures stores or warehouses are fully stocked.
- Conducts detailed research for the buyers to enable them to make good decisions, assesses market trends, and conducts cost-benefit analysis of potential vendors.
Typical Functions:
- Sits in on meetings with vendors, takes meeting notes, and provides supplemental comments as the Buyer leads the negotiation process.
- Verifies specifications of purchase requests, prepares purchase orders, places orders to vendors, and completes the corresponding paperwork.
- Acquires the orders, examines the goods and other materials, and returns any damaged material to the vendor.
- Prepares and maintains purchasing and payment records, keeps receipts for future reference, and provides accurate spending figures to the Finance Department.
- Monitors the market trends and advises management on proper pricing strategy.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 to 2 years of experience in purchasing or customer service preferred.
Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm.
Compensation Details: The expected compensation range for this position is $22 to $26 per hour depending on experience.
Additional Details: One week of training in San Jose, CA will be required upon hire.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals occupying this position of employment. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skill required of all individuals assigned to this job title. Management reserves the right to modify all or part of this job description at its discretion in order to meet location requirements, staffing levels, and/or any other needs of the business. All of the essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or equivalent state law, may not have been described. All requests for reasonable accommodation(s) will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Why should you join Valin Corporation?
At Valin, we pride ourselves on providing complex and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers. Our commitment to excellence and innovation sets us apart in the industry, making us a leader in delivering impactful results.
What truly makes us special is our workplace culture. We foster an environment that is collaborative, respectful, and inviting. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. Our team thrives on open communication and mutual support, creating a space where everyone can achieve their best.
Valin defines its value in the marketplace through innovation in business practices, a commitment to developing people, and the creation of unique service models for the benefit of our shareholders, customers, suppliers, and community. Our commitment to excellence, the embrace of responsibility, and honest accountability establishes our legacy of achievement that defines us as one of the best managed companies in wholesale distribution.
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Salary : $22 - $26
