BUYER II

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

Experienced level of professional purchasing activities, typically requiring a bachelor’s degree in business and 3+ years of experience, or equivalent. Incumbents at this level have the authority to purchase at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery and other factors, raw materials, equipment, machinery and / or supplies for the operation of the organization. Prepares bid specifications, receives bids and makes purchases of commodities or goods where the financial impact is moderate. Review buy reports and place purchase orders at best available price and delivery. Review repetitive buys and quotes with supplier base to insure organization is receiving fair price and service. May work directly in support of line operations and in collaboration with department managers, engineers or operation staff. Participates in the selection of supplier sources and has considerable latitude in determining acceptable price. Materials purchased are processed, consumed or used in the organization and are not purchased for direct resale.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Procure goods and services at best available price and delivery to support customer and manufacturing organization.

2. Good understanding of supplier base capabilities.

3. Perform order entry for sales orders in relation to customer purchase order and manufacturing software.

4. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1. Knowledge of procurement practices a must.

2. Good understanding of supply and demand, and inventory management.

3. 2 – 3 years experience in a MRP / ERP manufacturing software required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work requires local travel. Work may require evening and weekend work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as a full list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. In addition, they do no