Assistant Buyer

The individual in this position is responsible for executing all aspects of purchasing functions for the company with a strong emphasis on cost savings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates all activities related to procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
• Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier and date commodity is needed.
• Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity.
• Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.
• Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.
• Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices and other documents to assure accurate retention of records.
• Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute commodity in a cost effective manner.
• Perform returns.
• Experience in supply chain management
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Associate degree in related field or equivalent combination of education, experience and training