Buyer

Summary:

Coordinate purchasing activities relating to assigned areas/items of responsibility, including inventory and non-inventory related materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization.

2. Tracks purchases, monitor vendor quality and maintains current database of vendor information.

3. Initiate purchases of assigned items, including creating purchase orders, in timely fashion to maintain adequate inventory stocking levels to service KSC customers, through proficient use of J.D. Edwards.

4. Expedite and de-expedite purchases as necessary to support requirements and inventory levels, utilizing J.D. Edwards’ MRP Planning.

5. Communicate information timely to all suppliers.

6. Discuss defective or unacceptable goods/services/paperwork with appropriate personnel, and participate in course of corrective action by using the appropriate J.D. Edwards processes.

7. Maintain appropriate procurement related records, including vendor information, receiving documentation, and other pertinent information as assigned.

8. Keep the J.D. Edwards database current and accurate.

9. Perform other related dues as required, including special projects.

10. Back up Sales and Customer Service Department Call Centers for overflow inbound calls as needed by using King Architectural Metals’ processes.

Qualifications:

Ability to make logical and correct decisions by using the best available information.

Excellent verbal and written skills are required.

Highly proficient in the use of related J.D. Edwards Software Modules.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, anticipate needs.

Detail oriented and well organized.

Excellent skills in word processing, spreadsheet use and development, and integrated data base systems.

Ability to work with a team.

Education/Experience:

Four-year college degree in related field, or 5 years of equivalent work-related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Dallas, TX 75228 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Dallas, TX 75228: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person