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Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority

Accepting Applications until filled.Hourly Pay Range: $23.04- $39.66Job Summary: The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for assisting with activities involved in the purchase of goods and services in accordance with the Nashville International Airport's processes and procedures.Essential Job Duties:<ul><li>Acts as the liaison between suppliers, vendors, and end-users to expedite delivery on purchase requests.</li><li>Identifies sourcing price and delivery for supplies requested through Purchasing.</li><li>Reviews requisitions and confirms requirements, specifications, quantity and quality of merchandise, and delivery requirements.</li><li>Ensures that all quotes and bid submissions comply with state guidelines and company practices.</li><li>Converts requisitions to purchase orders within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system - Microsoft Dynamics AX.</li><li>Maintains and monitors open purchase order files to ensure delivery requirements are met.</li><li>Verifies all prices, shipping terms, and delivery dates before confirming orders.</li><li>Fields daily user questions about the ERP system and troubleshoots users&rsquo; issues.</li><li>Follows up on purchase order return notices and invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Resolves discrepancies pertaining to accounts payable and other requisitions.</li><li>Routes documents through DocuSign, including waivers and purchase orders.</li><li>Solicits and analyzes quotations, bids, and proposals between the dollar threshold of 10K and 50K.</li><li>Trains employees to use and navigate the ERP system.</li><li>Works with Information Technology (IT) to report and resolve system issues.</li><li>Works with suppliers to resolve invoicing issues, and with end-users to obtain replacement materials, cancel orders, and address warranty issues.</li><li>Updates the Master Project listing as needed.</li><li>Maintains the Master Waiver file.</li><li>Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).</li><li>Maintains regular and on-time attendance.</li><li>Follows all safety regulations.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics: <ul><li>Purchasing: Knowledge of the principles, practices, laws, and regulations related to purchasing.</li><li>Office Management: Knowledge of general office management practices and procedures.</li><li>Inventory Systems: Knowledge of the principles and practices of materials control and inventory systems.</li><li>Computer Use: Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other software to perform job-related functions.</li><li>Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.</li><li>Teamwork: Skill in working with others as a team while taking responsibility for outcomes.</li><li>Microsoft Windows: Skill in using the Microsoft Windows operating system.</li><li>Communication: Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders, both orally and in writing.</li><li>Microsoft Office: Skill in using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Negotiation: Skill in bargaining effectively with others to resolve conflict or achieve results.</li><li>Conflict Management: Skill in managing conflict and identifying effective and mutually beneficial solutions to the sources of conflict.</li><li>Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.</li><li>Written Expression: Ability to use words and sentences in writing so others will understand.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Is careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.</li><li>Ethical Behavior: Consistently displays ethical behavior.</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.</li></ul>Qualifications: Required: <ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent</li><li>1-2 years' experience with bids, contracts, customer service or related experience</li></ul>Preferred: <ul><li>Associate's degree in business management, accounting or related field</li><li>2-4 years' experience in bids, contracts, customer service or related experience</li><li>Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) purchasing certification</li><li>Driver's License - Class D</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $23.04 - $39.66 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Purchasing Buyer