Buyer, Business

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About All Florida Paper
All Florida Paper is a leading privately‑held distributor in the United States, supplying over 8,000 products in 25 countries across 10 key market sectors, including education, healthcare, food service, lodging, supermarkets, janitorial/sanitation, exporting and redistribution. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and for over 34 years they have been our primary focus.

Job Type
Full‑time

Description
The Buyer is responsible for accurately procuring and sourcing high‑quality, cost‑effective products from domestic and international suppliers at the best possible price with minimal capital investment while achieving a high level of customer service. The role works cross‑functionally with other departments to ensure internal and external service levels are met, reviews and analyzes data to identify cost‑saving opportunities through vendor consolidation and contract negotiation.

• Develop sources of supply and obtain information from suppliers regarding product and/or service specifications, price, delivery dates, etc., ensuring all applicable data is current.
• Solicit quotes, conduct bid evaluations, negotiate optimum delivery schedules, and secure the best combination of price, quantity discount, product quality, and standard terms and conditions.
• Analyze metrics and prepare reports to monitor forecasts and sales trends accurately.
• Prepare definitive purchase orders with terms and conditions, administer contracts within budgetary limits, and ensure schedules are met.
• Coordinate with the inventory team to complete orders and enhance the overall supply chain.
• Monitor supplier performance and prepare related reports, tracking cost, delivery, product or service performance, supplier performance, and inventory.
• Identify and resolve purchasing, delivery, receiving, and payment issues, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage contract documentation, including reviewing, coordinating, negotiating, and implementing changes.
• Communicate proactively with the Sales Team to verify new demand trends, provide product information, and notify of potential delays in key product arrivals.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

• Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred in a business‑related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement/supply chain or related industry.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experienced in vendor and contract management.
• Strong negotiating, analytical, mathematical, written, and oral communication abilities.
• Team‑player who promotes a positive, supportive, and cooperative environment.
• Process‑oriented with the ability to recommend solutions for inefficiencies.
• Full understanding of the buying process from start to finish.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, prioritize, multi‑task, and meet shifting deadlines.
• Retention of confidential information regarding employees and company matters.
• Professional appearance, courtesy to customers and colleagues, positive attitude.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance partially sponsored by the company.
• Company‑sponsored life insurance and short‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) program with company matching.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off and vacation.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage