What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Rust-Oleum Corporation?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Specific Requirements :
- Using open PO report, expedites open purchase orders for materials (and other categories as assigned). Monitors on-time delivery.
- Review demand schedule and place formal purchase orders with approved vendors for assigned categories. Ensure orders are adequately confirmed with expected terms.
- Ensures pricing and terms for select finished categories are in accordance with negotiated cost. Proactively monitors cost and where appropriate negotiates pricing with Tier 3 suppliers to ensure lowest total cost of ownership for Stonhard. Escalates supplier issues to Senior Buyer or Sr. Procurement Manager as required.
- Maintains approved vendors list as directed.
- Monitors supplier's performance and provides feedback as appropriate.
- Performs special projects as required.
The above description identifies only the primary duties pertaining to this position. Additional tasks are performed, as required, and do not significantly alter this description.
Background Requirements :
Benefits : 401k w / company match after 6 months, Pension Plan, Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance, flexible schedule, life insurance, tuition reimbursement
