Buyer

The Buyer supports MFCP’s purchasing process by sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services. This role will research products, market trends, and suppliers; prepares and manages purchase orders; monitors supplier performance; and helps ensure timely, cost-effective procurement that meets quality, reliability, compliance, and operational requirements. The Buyer works with minimal supervision, resolves purchasing issues, maintains accurate records, and provides responsive support to internal customers. Primary: * Research products, market trends, and suppliers to identify qualified sources and obtain competitive pricing consistent with quality, reliability, and urgency of need. * Evaluate suppliers and analyze quotations to select or recommend sources based on cost, quality, service, delivery performance, and compliance requirements. * Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to support cost-effective purchasing and operational needs. * Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders, transfers, and related purchasing documentation accurately and on time. * Track order status, back orders, delivery schedules, and supplier performance; resolve pricing, quantity, quality, and service issues. * Maintain accurate purchasing records, reports, files, and inventory-related information to support efficient operations, supplier coordination, and audit readiness. * Collaborate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs, provide procurement guidance, and support strong internal customer service. * Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations while supporting continuous improvement in purchasing and procurement processes. * Resolve purchasing issues with minimal supervision and support team effectiveness through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and problem solving. * Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Work Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, a related technical field, or equivalent experience. * Minimum of 2 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, accounting, or related experience, preferably in a B2B distribution or corporate procurement environment. * Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Comprehensive knowledge of procurement practices and the ability to manage complex purchasing issues with minimal supervision. * Strong negotiation, planning, organizational, and analytical skills, with close attention to detail and quality standards. * Effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with suppliers, internal customers, and employees at all levels. * Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications; Epicor Prophet 21 experience preferred. * Ability to prioritize, manage multiple deadlines, and make sound buying decisions in a fast-paced environment. * Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to coach, mentor, and support the development of others. * Commitment to reliable attendance, professionalism, adaptability, continuous improvement, and high-quality internal and external customer service. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The essential functions of this position will require the employee to perform the following physical activities:

• Frequent use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking, and occasional bending or

reaching. * Primarily office-based, temperature-controlled environment with moderate noise.

• Up to 10% of travel may be required by air or automobile.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Salary: $65 - $80K Annually | DOE MFCP Participates in E-Verify Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen, and DMV record review, along with reference checks.