Buyer @ Purchasing Department

Buyer I
The Buyer I is primarily responsible for accurate and timely execution of daily purchasing activities. This role follows established processes and policies, supports internal stakeholders, and communicates with suppliers to ensure orders are placed and delivered as required. Responsibilities include creating, confirming and expediting purchase orders to ensure acceptable product delivery, as well as meeting customer requirements while maintaining proper inventory levels in all Packer Fastener locations. These duties will support the development and accomplishment of Packer Fastener's Strategy and Vision while promoting our company swagger.
Primary Duties:

Work in conjunction with all Buyers and other staff to ensure a smoothly functioning department
Interpret and determine appropriate inventory to purchase and stock via Netsuite software
Start, build, and issue purchase orders to vendors following protocol
Confirm purchase orders with accurate information and lead times
Effectively interact with vendors to resolve issues and update statuses of purchase orders
Communicate with Sales Department to discuss any issues or concerns with products or vendors
Communicate with Procurement department on any problems concerning daily purchasing activities
Learn how to submit and process quotes to and from vendors
Ensure profitability while continuously striving for cost savings
Qualifications:

• 2 years of related purchasing/procurement experience preferred
• Exhibits company Swagger
• Excellent phone etiquette with the ability to effectively communicate with vendors via phone, email, and in-person
• Provide knowledgeable answers to questions about product, pricing, and availability
• Work with internal departments to meet business and customer needs
• Must be a well-organized team player who can relate to employees at all levels of an organization
• Preferred computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, as well as ERP-system experience
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills