Buyer

This is onsite position not available for remote work.

Responsible for the procurement of consumables items to support production and plant operations. Supports accounting and supply chain by completing the inventory backflush process by issuing raw materials to jobs.

• Places purchase orders through ERP System in order to replenish consumable items in support production and plant operations.
• Review, approve and process purchase requests.
• Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies of increased complexity and importance.
• Solicits bids for materials, analyzes quotes and conducts cost/price analysis.
• Completes Inventory backflush in the ERP System.
• Assists accounting wit invoice discrepancies.
• Research inventory variances and determine root cause.
• Assists in physical inventory counts.
• Logs all material certifications in accordance with PCI Requirements.
• Maintains and develops vendor relationships, monitoring supplier performance.
• Coordinates with vendors to return damaged product
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks throughout the day
• Demonstrated organizational skills with basic filing protocol skill
• Prepare Purchase Orders using proper product specifications
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements
• Ability to walk, climb and sit for long periods of time Understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions

Education, Training and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, email and web software
• Previous office environment experience preferred

Work Context

• Regularly work in an office environment with occasional outdoor work
• Safety/steel toe boots, hardhat, hearing protection and safety glasses required when working in the plant

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Please specify which position you are seeking to apply for employment. Email Human Resources at hr@gagebrothers.com.