Buyer I

What You'll Do:The Buyer I is primarily responsible for accurate and timely execution of daily purchasing activities. This role follows established processes and policies, supports internal stakeholders, and communicates with suppliers to ensure orders are placed and delivered as required. Responsibilities include creating, confirming and expediting purchase orders to ensure acceptable product delivery, as well as meeting customer requirements while maintaining proper inventory levels in all Packer Fastener locations. These duties will support the development and accomplishment of Packer Fastener’s Strategy and Vision while promoting our company swagger.Primary Duties:Work in conjunction with all Buyers and other staff to ensure a smoothly functioning departmentInterpret and determine appropriate inventory to purchase and stock via Netsuite softwareStart, build, and issue purchase orders to vendors following protocolConfirm purchase orders with accurate information and lead timesEffectively interact with vendors to resolve issues and update statuses of purchase ordersCommunicate with Sales Department to discuss any issues or concerns with products or vendorsCommunicate with Procurement department on any problems concerning daily purchasing activitiesLearn how to submit and process quotes to and from vendorsEnsure profitability while continuously striving for cost savingsJob Qualifications:2 years of related purchasing/procurement experience preferredExhibits company SwaggerExcellent phone etiquette with the ability to effectively communicate with vendors via phone, email, and in-personProvide knowledgeable answers to questions about product, pricing, and availabilityWork with internal departments to meet business and customer needsMust be a well-organized team player who can relate to employees at all levels of an organizationPreferred computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as ERP-system experienceExcellent attention to detail and organizational skills #J-18808-Ljbffr