Akron, Ohio, USA
1 day ago
Buyer

Summary: Seeking a Buyer responsible for applying purchasing principles to ensure timely acquisition of products or services and resolve supplier-related issues.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or relevant discipline Experience or exposure to supply chain concepts and methodologies Intermediate computer skills and understanding of electronic processing

Preferred Skills:

Analytical and technical skills for business practice automation recommendations Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities:

Identify and recommend suppliers by researching availability of parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials Conduct supplier site visits to evaluate production capability and performance Prepare requests for quotations and submit purchase orders with approved suppliers Maintain accurate lead times for assigned commodities Evaluate bids for standard and non-standard items; negotiate price, delivery, quality, and service Develop alternate sources of supply by researching prospective suppliers Monitor supplier performance and advise on potential contractual failures Resolve shipment quality discrepancies through mediation between suppliers and manufacturing Facilitate resolution of issues via conferences between suppliers and company personnel Negotiate damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials with suppliers

Pay Details: $24.00 to $33.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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