Buyer

We are looking for a Buyer to join our team in Alpharetta, GA office. As a Buyer with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials, you will focus on executing company-wide category management strategies, spend controls, supplier performance management, and monitoring programs that deliver sustainable results. In addition, this position will lead cost‑reduction initiatives that involve suppliers. What We Offer Competitive wages. Medical, dental, vision coverage. Company-paid life and disability benefits. Paid vacation. 401(k) plan. Position Responsibilities Review approved requisitions and convert each into a Purchase Order (PO) with the best source. Confirm the PO with the supplier and expedite as necessary. Ensure the PO meets the requester’s needs in quantity, time, and quality. Drive compliance in preferred supplier selection and terms for purchased goods and materials. Maintain and execute on a portfolio of savings projects to support the company’s spend efficiency and cost‑saving initiatives. Participate in supplier selection and onboarding activities. Develop and foster cross‑functional relationships to better understand current and future requirements and provide feedback. Identify potential new supply sources to increase competition for future project needs. Direct discussions of defective or unacceptable goods with inspection or quality control personnel and suppliers to identify the source of trouble and initiate corrective action. Periodically review all open orders to determine whether expediting, cancellation, or closure is necessary and ensure required follow‑up. Liaise with accounting and operations to resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents to ensure ERP requirements are met and vendors are paid in a timely manner. Ensure ongoing cost reduction and encourage continuous supplier improvement. Understand purchasing systems, processes, and procedures. Use quantitative skills to analyze, validate, and manage large amounts of data for problem solving, project and decision support, and trend analysis. Enforce compliance of internal control practices for requisitions and approvals. About You Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field. 3‑5 years of experience working in manufacturing and/or operations environments. Experience with spot purchases, procurement, and supply agreements strongly preferred. Strong computer and data management skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Coupa, SAP, ERP, and e‑sourcing tools a plus. Strong analytical and strategic problem‑solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills with cross‑functional groups. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks. #J-18808-Ljbffr