Buyer

Description

XTEND Tampa is seeking a Buyer whose responsibilities include sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services that support organizational operations.

Working within the procurement function, the Buyer identifies qualified vendors, manages supplier relationships, and ensures timely acquisition of materials at optimal cost and quality. This role requires strong analytical skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and logistics teams.

Main Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate vendors based on quality, price, lead time, and reliability; maintain an approved supplier list.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions.
• Issue and manage purchase orders from creation through delivery confirmation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs including on-time delivery, fill rates, and quality metrics; escalate issues as needed.
• Collaborate with inventory, operations, and finance teams to align purchasing activity with demand forecasts and budget constraints.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Maintain accurate records in ERP/procurement systems including vendor data, pricing history, and contract documentation.
• Support supplier onboarding processes including documentation, compliance verification, and system setup.
• Manage and resolve invoice discrepancies, delivery disputes, and purchase order variances in a timely manner.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction and value-improvement opportunities across the supplier base.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships effectively.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPP certification.
• Experience with e-procurement platforms or supplier management tools (Coupa, Jaggaer, Ariba).
• Familiarity with lean procurement principles and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi-site environment.