Buyer, FT Days

Pay: $16.00 to $20.00 per hour based upon related experience. Job Summary Meet the procurement needs of the organization by effectively handling the acquisition and management of the highest quality goods and services at the lowest overall cost in a fair and equitable manner. Supportive of the Village mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy. Essential Job Functions Orders supplies and services to meet the needs of the Village. Develops and manages relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality products at competitive prices. Returns merchandise to vendors when necessary. Follows up on the status of orders already placed and provides up-to-date information by checking with vendors. Recommends disposal or repair of equipment. Maintains up-to-date procurement and inventory records. Reconciles and approves payment of vendor invoices. Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements. Handles stress well and works well with colleagues and customers. Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct. Essential Qualifications High school education required. Knowledge and Skills Intermediate keyboarding skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Intermediate skill using typical office equipment: copier, calculator, printer, scanner, and pager. Ability to perform basic arithmetic in various units. Ability to calculate discount, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to handle difficult customers effectively. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. Must be able to read, write, and communicate proficiently to complete required reports and interact with others. Ability to exhibit professionalism, tact and patience when communicating with others. Ability to interact effectively and empathetically with patients and their families. Experience One–three years purchasing experience preferred. Special Working Conditions All associates may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation. Physical and Mental Demands Spends 1–33% of the workday standing and reclining. Spends 33–66% of the workday walking, sitting, and changing position. Spends 1–33% of the workday crouching, squatting, crawling, balancing, stooping, and kneeling. Spends 33–66% of the workday reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling. Spends 33–66% of the workday with head/neck in backward and side bending position. Spends 67–100% of the workday with head/neck in static position, left or right rotation, and forward bending. Supervision Received Receives supervision from the Manager of Materials Management. Supervision Given None. Behaviors Team Player – Works well as a member of a group. Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out tasks with all necessary details. Self-Starter – Inspired to perform without outside help. Financial – Motivated by monetary reimbursement. Preferred Experience Prior purchasing/buyer experience of four years preferred. Equal Opportunity Statement EOE/D/V. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr John Knox Village