Procurement Buyer (Manufacturing)

Accumet Engineering Inc , is an industry-leading advanced processing manufacturer for new and legacy materials fabrication, precision laser services, and critical component assembly. We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team. Job Summary
The Buyer at Accumet Engineering, Inc is responsible for purchasing materials and components to meet the company needs. Their duties will include negotiating deals with suppliers, researching possible item selections and taking inventory of current products.
Responsibilities

Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, products, and services
Evaluate new suppliers
Developing an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders
Maintaining positive relationships with new and existing suppliers
Negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers
Maintaining positive relationships with suppliers
Ensuring materials are delivered on time
Keeping track of inventory levels to meet production needs
Responsible for maintaining approved vendor list and closely wok with Quality department
Working with the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and timely report any back ordered or missing products
Monitor open order reports and expediate deliveries of product/services
Verify invoices for accuracy
Minimum Requirements
Excellent organizational, Time management
An aptitude for figures, finance, budgets, and numeracy
Industry Knowledge and Experience desirable
Working knowledge of Microsoft office
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Analytical skills
Negotiation skills
Physical Demands
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision ability is required which includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.