Jr Buyer Abilene Tx

• Prepare written inquiries or obtain verbal quotes for vendor-supplied items in compliance with requisitions and/or specifications.
• Receive vendor bids, evaluate bids considering price, delivery date, past performance of vendor, etc. to determine successful bidder.
• Negotiate terms/ conditions of and place purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Prepare and maintain all required documentation for each purchase order. Expedited awarded purchase orders when necessary to insure timely delivery.
• Coordinate invoice problems with vendor and accounting, and delivery requirements with vendor and supervision.
• Helps administer the preparation and maintenance of all required documentation for each purchase order. Expedite awarded purchase orders when necessary to insure timely delivery.
• Assist with the reconciling of orders, receipts, and such into Microsoft Dynamics
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external clients.
• Able to work independently and make decisions that benefit the company.
• Must have professional presentation and interpersonal skills over the phone and in person.
• Understand and adhere to non-Disclosure requirements to appropriately maintain confidentiality.
• Manage clarifications to support accurate purchase in terms of what is needed, when the order is needed at best value.
• Prioritize requests to complete purchasing with corresponding requirements and documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure.

• Assisting the buyer with the selection of the right product mix.
• Writing, placing, and tracking purchase orders.
• Ensuring products are purchased at the right time, to specification and at a good price.
• Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships.
• Researching new suppliers and making recommendations to the buyer.
• Preparing competitive retail and pricing strategies.
• Planning, monitoring, and maintaining suitable inventory levels.
• Preparing budgets and forecasting purchasing trends.
• Compiling reports on product performance and statistics.

• Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures, and policies.
• Able to negotiate effectively with vendors in a manner that benefits the company and preserves the vendor relationship.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• 2+ years purchasing experience.
• Bachelors degree (technical or business) or equivalent combination of education, High School Diploma, and related procurement experience.

• Climb stairs
• Sit for long periods of time
• Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch
• Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate object

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