Buyer - Now Hiring

Opportunity:

The Buyer will purchase goods, materials and services to ensure that the company's operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and ensuring continuity of supply.

Qualifications:

Education: B.S. in Business or Related Field

Experience: 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing, Accounting, or Supply Management

Areas of Knowledge: Blueprint Reading (preferred), Purchasing, MS Office

Skills: Math, Written/Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Accuracy, Organization, Negotiation

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing crib orders
• Responsible for processing any requisition from the purchasing queue
• Provide backup to the Purchasing Manager and other Buyers.
• Responsible for filing and storage of all purchase orders, vendor change forms, labor contracts, blanket orders, miscellaneous shipping orders, and capital purchases
• Check and file packing slips.
• Maintain labor contract insurance certificates and Exhibit I file for all contractors doing work in Kokomo and US Service Centers
• Maintain cost avoidance and cost savings spreadsheets to capture raw material, scrap and MRO savings.
• Provide assistance to internal customers to resolve/troubleshoot issues.
• Add and update vendors as needed.
• Responsible for obtaining competitive quotes for requisition items.
• Responsible for resolving invoicing issues.
• Responsible for managing and processing spare parts orders.
• Complete reports as needed.
• Complete vendor audits as needed.
• Continue to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and work habits at all times.

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