Buyer Jobs in New Orleans, LA

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The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing products and materials necessary for a company's operations. This includes maintaining relationships with vendors, negotiating prices, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. The ideal candidate will have strong data entry and purchasing skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

What you will do

• Conduct market research to identify potential vendors and products
• Negotiate prices and contracts with vendors to ensure competitive pricing
• Create and maintain purchase orders and contracts
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders as needed
• Maintain relationships with vendors and resolve any issues or discrepancies
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and materials
• Enter data accurately and efficiently into purchasing systems
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including purchasing policies
• Communicate effectively with other departments to understand their purchasing needs
• Prioritize and manage multiple purchase orders and projects simultaneously

What you will need

Benefits

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.