Buyer

Position Buyer

Reports To Finance & Administration Manager

Department Purchasing

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

Primary Position Objectives Perform intermediate professional work procuring a variety of services, supplies, materials, and equipment in accordance with company, customer and legal requirements. The Purchasing Agent will proactively consider price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise to support the business and meet contract obligations.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of and ensures all procurement actions are completed in accordance with the Acquisition Policy & Procurement Manual
• Procure for parts, supplies and services including those with unique aspects or critical characteristics using the most effective method
• Conduct market research, identify potential vendors, and create solicitation packages
• Evaluate offers, comparative price analyses for reasonableness and recommend awards
• Assemble, review, and maintain administrative files related to procurements
• Evaluate incoming requests for completeness including due dates, accounting codes, item descriptions, quantities, etc.
• Maintains logs, as required, and needed, to timely and accurately track procurements from receipt to closure.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers to include resolving issues expeditiously, providing updates and resolving concerns
• Maintain records of performance and charts of assigned key performance indicators
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Competencies

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

• Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
• Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service

Qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Power Point and Excel.

Experience At least two (2) years of experience procuring materials and services in a maintenance and/or construction environment

Education High school graduate or equivalent GED

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to reach .The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Disclaimer:

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connections Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Jennifer Law, Human Resources Manager, 360-854-2160 or law.jennifer@jobcorps.org for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,992.99 - $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person