Procurement Buyer - Hampton VA

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Why Work for Inframark?

Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for advancement, Inframark offers purpose-driven work and opportunities for growth. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for procuring materials, components, supplies, equipment, and services at the most favorable costs and terms.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Manages the entire Procure to Pay (P2P) process within agreed internal service levels. Establishes purchasing requirements based on the needs of the organization.

- Promotes and maintains good business relationships with vendors to ensure materials/services are delivered in the shortest lead-time, at the lowest costs and with the highest quality possible. Manages and maintains excellent relationships with all internal stakeholders.

- Creates and processes purchase orders. Expedites and arranges shipment of materials/services to meet project requirements and schedule.

- Tracks vendor performance using system tools. Resolves late and/or rejected parts issues. Contacts vendors to expedite delivery of purchases, correct invoice errors, revise purchase orders, effect cancellations, improve terms, obtain bids, negotiate scrap credits/adjustments, etc.

- Assists in sourcing and re-sourcing vendors.

- Utilizes existing systems and software to steam line and improve current processes. Investigates/forecasts needs and gathers data regarding assigned purchasing areas. Researches and recommends changes to improve purchase of assigned commodities.

- Coordinates all activities related to the purchasing function and vendors, including: periodic mailings to vendors, tracking vendor ISO status, updated vendor contact information, planning/coordinating meeting with vendors, etc.

- Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education/Experience: AA Degree and 2-4 years of purchasing experience.

Technical: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Familiarity with MRP/ERP. Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, NetSuite).

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License. APICS certification preferred.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality. Shares suggestions to improve quality & productivity.

Managing for Results: Works independently with minimal supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks. Demonstrates flexibility in workflow & scheduling.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for development.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment is characteristic of an office environment: sitting, standing, walking, bending and lifting are required to perform job responsibilities. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 20 lbs.

Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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