What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Samuel, Son & Co.?
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure cost savings and quality standards.
- Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain.
- Resolve vendor issues, including those related to material quality, delivery delays, and invoicing errors.
- Create, review, and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Track and monitor purchase orders, ensuring timely deliveries and addressing discrepancies as needed.
- Conduct market research to stay informed about market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks.
- Prepare and present purchasing reports and statistical analyses to internal stakeholders.
- Work closely with internal teams, including operations, quality control, and finance, to align procurement activities with business objectives.
- Support the resolution of cross-departmental challenges related to procurement.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborate with quality control teams to address defective or unacceptable materials and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and safety regulations.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
- Participate in vendor visits as necessary to strengthen supplier relationships and assess operational capabilities.
- Support import logistics and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
- Provide exemplary customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
- At least 2 years of related purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in metals procurement or commodity purchasing is a plus.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (advanced level).
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., AS400, Microsoft D365).
- APICS, Six Sigma, or Lean training is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform computer-related tasks.
- Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- This role operates in a professional office environment and may require occasional travel for vendor visits.
