Job Overview
Buyer responsibilities center around supporting supply chain and sales initiatives by initiating inventory and material processing requisitions. In this position, you will evaluate offers, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules, and maintain strong relationships with our key suppliers.
Duties
•Initiate inventory and material processing requisitions to support Supply Chain & Sales initiatives
•evaluate offers and negotiate pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers/vendors
•Generate and manage purchase orders in ERP system
•Review all order acknowledgements to ensure 100% accuracy of order details
•Track and coordinate incoming shipments from suppliers/vendors
•Maintain and update team logs for all open PO's, RFQ's, supplier NCR's, incoming vessels, etc.
•Review, verify and approve invoices to ensure accuracy and on-time payment to suppliers
•Understand current mill replacement costs and lead times for all assigned suppliers, at all times
•Be familiar with the steel making process and Tube Supply/Industry specifications
•Maintain and strengthen current relationships with key suppliers
•Collaborate daily with sales, operations and finance teams
•Develop/propose continuous improvement initiatives to enhance our Supply Chain processes
•Adhere to all company policies and procedures
•Any other responsibilities assigned by management
Experience
•Bachelor's degree required - Supply Chain or Business related preferred
•3+ years of Supply Chain or Procurement experience preferred, ideally in steel, metals or other industrial distribution sector
•Bilingual preferred - Spanish
•Computer literate with Microsoft Excel/Word proficiency
•Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
•Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
If you are passionate about procurement and possess the skills necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our team's success.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
Work Location: In person