Purchasing Buyer

Job Description

Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to explore new products, digest information and construct rational decisions

Team player with excellent organizational skills

Ability to think proactively, problem solve and multi-task in a fast paced office environment

Ability to pay attention to details and follow through on commitments

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of experience in the fastener industry preferred

Basic understanding of industry quality requirements and quality management systems, namely ISO9001 and AS9100

Passion and alignment with AIH quality policy, vision, values and operating principals

Principal Duties

Receive and process quotes or direct orders from sales personnel

Ensures that all purchasing activities are in accordance with core processes and AS9100

Expedite orders when necessary

Verify item quality requirements

Work with vendors regularly to discuss availability, quality, etc.

Review approved vendor requirements

Work with Receiving and Sales Departments to rectify short-shipments

Work with Quality Department regarding quality issues

Send and process Vendor Surveys to new suppliers

Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Measures of Performance

The Buyer will be evaluated by their commitment and ability to:

Follow company processes and procedures

Present and implement recommendations to improve company/department performance

Demonstrate team spirit a willingness to help and to act, at all times, in the best interest of AIH

Meet and exceed customer, coworker and vendor expectations

Efficiently and accurately process orders

Seek out, evaluate and select the best vendors for AIH and our customers

Provide suppliers and coworkers with prompt, friendly and knowledgeable responses at all points of contact (phone, email, fax, etc.)

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