Buyer

Job summary:

Coordinate the ordering of raw material or outside supplier services with the demand of the business. This includes expediting, and interfacing with manufacturing and quality departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enter purchase orders in systems as needed or directed
• Seek approvals for purchases based on dollar level and divisional protocols
• Send purchase orders to suppliers
• Seek approvals for purchases based on dollar level and divisional protocols
• Monitor MRP requirements so that material orders are placed in a timely manner to meet the organizational needs
• Develop/utilize an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open purchase orders
• Provide reporting on material and order status as needed; perform cycle counts as needed
• Support departmental and organizational goals

Job Skills & Abilities:

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; especially Word & Excel
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships internally and externally
• Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision and apply critical thinking to problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines and sense of urgency
• Ability to coordinate work flow and identify and respond to priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team, or perform independently
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• MRO stockroom knowledge and ability to cover when personnel are out of the office
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or closely related field
• Minimum of one year of purchasing experience, preferably in a manufacturing company

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations'

Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its

empl_oyment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and u,nr.,

behaviors.

NHBB is on equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status .

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.

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