Description

BUYER JOB DESCRIPTION

Mission of the Role

The Buyer contributes to a high quality customer experience by ensuring the reliability, availability and appropriate quantities of stock and on-hand inventory are available when they are needed to meet customer needs. This will include processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory teams and management. The buyer will work with team members across departments to manage min/max inventory levels and the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand and in step with SupplyOne’s procurement standards and practices.

Key Duties & Accountabilities

Process and confirm PO’s and/or communicate what needs to be ordered, the day they show in REACT
Reply to all emails by the end of business day
Maintain and keep price lists current on appropriate drive
Resolve vendor problems and elevate issues immediately to an acceptable, timely and appropriate resolution
Obtain information about customer needs or preferences by conferring with sales personnel.
Analyze each purchase request for need, volume, price and quantity
Manage open PO’s, back orders and inventory levels, alerting Customer Service immediately to changes to deliver on time, in full and in spec (DIFOTIS)
Negotiate prices, discount terms, or transportation arrangements with suppliers.
Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate customer buying patterns to determine how much inventory is needed.
Control stock levels based on forecasts/analysis, min/max numbers and min/max reports

Essential Functions

Facilitate new item set up including tapoffs, proof approval, etc.
Maintain thorough email records
Assist with slow moving inventory
Expedite material based on customer needs
Build relationships with suppliers
Serve as liaison with customer service, sales, design, manufacturing, shipping and corporate strategic procurement
Utilize knowledge of market trends and SupplyOne guidance and information to make insightful purchasing decisions
Participate as required in SupplyOne Procurement Council and initiatives

Organizational Core Values

Customer services begins inside – We serve our colleagues with excellence so we can serve our customers with excellence.
Get it right the first time – We are reliable, thorough, practice active listening and pay attention to detail to ensure the best results.
Philosophy of velocity – Our responsiveness and speed to market give us the competitive edge.
Personalized Service – We go beyond what the customer expects, understanding what they are going through, and anticipating their needs to make their interaction with us the best experience of their day.
Act like an owner – We are empowered to protect, cultivate and grow our business responsibly.
We can’t stop learning – We know our stuff, embrace change and relish feedback.

Qualifications

Educational/ Training Requirements/ Experience

High School diploma/GED
Purchasing experience preferred
Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous

Minimum Skills, Knowledge & Ability Requirements

Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize tasks
Demonstrated initiative in personal professional development
Basic arithmetic including gross profit calculation
Attention to detail and accuracy
High level of ethics & personal integrity
Cross functional influencing and conflict management skills