Purchasing Agents - Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary: Buyers are responsible for purchasing products, goods, and materials (stock and/or non-stock) that meet the organization's standards for price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. A Buyer may procure products in support of a distribution center, warehouse, assigned client, and/or assigned vendor.

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (Overtime possible)
• Type: Temp-to-hire
• Experience: Buying experience preferred over a degree; MRO purchasing experience is a plus
• Compensation: Pay increase upon conversion to full-time employee (FTE)
• Tools & Skills:
  • SAP experience required
  • Strong computer skills required; daily use of Excel and Word.
• Work Environment:
  • Onsite, in-person role (not remote).
  • Steel toe or composite shoes required, as the office is located within a warehouse.
• Additional: On-call rotation required once converted to FTE.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Finance) or equivalent experience.
• 1 years of experience in Procurement preferred.
• CPM certification preferred.

Other Relevant Skills:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to learn and work with ERP and Inventory Management systems (GAINS experience preferred).
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and execution skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform procurement activities to meet current and anticipated product/material demands in alignment with purchasing strategies.
• Review and approve inventory forecasts and daily replenishment recommendations generated by the GAINS system.
• Evaluate existing orders to expedite or delay based on delivery requirements.
• Generate purchase requisitions and vendor orders.
• Monitor product quality and delivery timelines; coordinate return or replacement of damaged goods.
• Manage vendor returns for aging, expired, or excess inventory; handle liquidation activities as needed.
• Follow up with vendors regarding purchase order status to ensure on-time delivery; communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Resolve vendor issues related to product quality and timeliness.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal/external customers.
• Research and resolve non-conformances with supplier invoices in accounts payable.