Buyer

Under the supervision of the Purchasing & Materials Manager, this position is responsible for purchasing material and services required by the Division at the best prices, highest quality and best delivery to meet required dates. This position is responsible for procurement activity from receipt of valid requisition to acceptable receipt of items ordered. The incumbent is also responsible for return activities as required.

Principle Duties / Responsibilities:

• Negotiates for and purchases material and services required by the Division at the best price, highest quality and best delivery possible consistent with Corporate policies and procedures.
• Accomplishes sourcing for primary, and where applicable, a secondary list of approved vendors for type of products assigned.
• Continuously monitors orders for delivery schedules, price changes, or other changes to the purchase order and promptly advises department originating order of current delivery status.
• Keeps the department informed of delinquent vendor performance, personally expedites, if necessary, or takes other appropriate action to improve vendor performance.
• Maintains the integrity and validity of the open purchase order reports and records, which includes part numbers, pricing, delivery dates, etc.
• Interfaces and coordinates material requirements, lead times, optimum purchase quantities and prices with the Supervisor to maximize the service level to users.
• Communicates with user groups to determine potential change in usage patterns or possible phase out of current item demands.
• Maintains working knowledge of all interfacing areas within the company to insure continuity of materials and paperwork flow.
• Enters purchase orders into CRT terminal as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.