BUYER I (Entry Level)

Job Summary

Performs a variety of tasks under minimal supervision of higher-level employees. The Buyer purchases various items or materials (raw materials, MRO, semi-fabricated parts, office supplies, packaging materials, services and finished product for resale) from an Approved Vendor List, working from requisitions and/or master scheduling information.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pays attention to detail.
• Purchases a variety of routine items involving materials, supplies and services.
• Review and process material request forms (MRF) from multiple offsite shops to purchase supplies and services.
• Ensuring the purchased products and materials meet specific specifications.
• Maintaining and ensuring purchase orders are up to date and tracking status of past due orders by coordinating with suppliers to ensure on time deliveries.
• Process receivers and ensure orders are received in system and sent to accounting for payment.
• Coordinates with accounting as required to resolve questions on suppliers' invoices.
• Maintain regular contact with vendors and build relationships.
• Following instructions based on work instructions.

• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.
• Performs any other duties assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Above average PC, Word processing, Excel spreadsheet, computerized accounting skills are necessary and email at a highly proficient level.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, energy, and professionalism. As well as trustworthy, respectful, and demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written communication in the primary language.
• Familiar with manufacturing pull systems, inventory and production control and reading blueprints and BOM. (Strong plus)
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Education and Experience

• 1-2 years' experience.
• Associates or Bachelors in Business strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of computer software programs such as Macola, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Majority of work performed in a general office environment. Position may require occasional availability for extended hours.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.