Buyer I - Integrated Supply

We are seeking an On‑site Buyer located at a customer site. In this role you will provide exceptional service by purchasing products, goods, and materials that meet the organization’s price, quality, timing and reliability standards. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Perform procurement activities to ensure current and anticipated demand for products and materials is met and aligned with Vallen purchasing strategies. Review and approve inventory forecasts and daily replenishment recommendations. Assess existing orders to determine action for expediting or de‑expediting for optimal delivery. Place purchase requisitions and vendor purchase orders. Research, assess, and recommend vendors or items to ensure specifications and customer quality, pricing, and delivery standards. Monitor quality and timeliness; coordinate return of damaged goods and/or replacements. Negotiate and coordinate vendor returns for aging, expired or excess inventory; coordinate other liquidation activities. Follow up on purchase order status with vendors and communicate status to customers. Resolve vendor issues regarding timeliness and product quality. Maintain and cultivate relationships with suppliers, vendors, and assigned customers. Resolve account payables nonconformance with suppliers. Identify opportunities for and document customer cost savings. Produce customer KPI measurement data. Follow all Vallen and customer Standard Operating Procedures. Adhere to LEAN operating practices; keep worksite professional, clean and neat. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. 1+ years procurement experience preferred; CPM certification preferred. Excellent customer service skills. Computer skills and aptitude to learn ERP and Inventory Management applications. Mathematical aptitude for basic calculations. Self‑starter with the ability to work independently. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency with MS‑Office products. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Work Environment & Physical Demands Long periods working on a computer and performing repetitive key‑boarding. Work may be in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dirt, smoke, heat, cold, etc. Safety protection may be required at the customer’s facility. Overtime hours may be required with little advanced notice. Required to talk and hear, sit regularly; occasionally stand, walk, lift up to 25 lbs. Vision requirements include close vision, ability to adjust focus and to distinguish color. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Employer‑paid Basic Life Insurance Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days) Paid Time Off (Holidays) Employee Assistance Program Employee Resource Groups Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Referral ProgramSafety shoe and glasses reimbursement Employee discounts through BenefitHub Advancement opportunities Compliance with all minimum wage laws Equal Opportunity Employer - Ethnically and Culturally Diverse/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity #J-18808-Ljbffr Vallen USA