Buyer

The Buyer coordinates the sourcing and acquisition of goods and services for the organization and maintains inventory at our three branches. The Buyer will manage purchase orders, vendor relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to support smooth operations and inventory flow. They play a significant role in our Quality System and the customer experience. The Buyer reports to the HR & Supply Chain Manager. What you will do: 1.Solicit and analyze quotes, bids, and proposals to support cost-effective purchasing decisions. 2.Respond to quote requests in SAP or Outlook within allotted time frame. 3.Create, verify, and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and work instructions. 4.Track and manage open purchase orders to ensure accurate and on-time delivery. 5.Prepare receiving checklists for purchase orders and review completed checklists after receiving. 6.Reconcile discrepancies related to orders, pricing, or invoices. 7.Maintain positive, productive relationships with vendors to support long-term procurement strategies. 8.Monitor supplier performance and document and address issues related to quality, delivery, or service. 9.Collaborate with sales, engineering, customer service, warehouse, and production teams to ensure materials are available when needed and purchasing activities align with organizational needs. 10.Monitor inventory levels and recommend reorder points or adjustments based on demand. 11.Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records within SAP, Teams, Outlook, and QT9. 12.Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and industry regulations. 13.Ensure adherence to purchasing policies and processes, as well as documentation and record requirements. 14.All other duties as assigned. Compensation: $29.33-$36.54 per hour ($61,000-$76,000 FTE) DOE. This is a full-time role at 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime. What’s in it for you? Paid holidays including week off between Christmas and New Years Generous Personal Paid Time Off (PTO) Access to Health Insurance immediately upon hire Health Savings Account (HSA) options Dental and Vision plans 401k option with up to 4% employer match component fully vested on hire Employer paid short- and long-term disability insurance Employer paid life insurance Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related 2+ years in procurement, buyer, or purchasing role Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong time management and organizational skills Detail oriented Interpersonal and customer service skills Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, bending, and light lifting (typically less than 50 lbs.). About Swagelok: Swagelok Colorado | Casper | Albuquerque is an authorized sales and service center for Swagelok products and solutions throughout most of Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico. We have been in business since 1964, and our company has grown to 49 associates, all of whom are committed to providing excellent service and value that is synonymous with the Swagelok® brand. Through our sales and service centers, we are able to deliver highly reliable and advanced fluid system components and specialized services. Our core values include Innovation, Customer Focus, Integrity, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Respect. #J-18808-Ljbffr Swagelok Denver