Buyer - Maumelle, AR

SUPPLYONE INC. • Maumelle, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: The role of the Buyer is to process purchase orders, interact with suppliers, sales, customer service, receiving, and other departments within SupplyOne. This person addresses all inquiries and concerns expressed by suppliers and internal customers related to purchasing. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Accurately enter and process company purchase orders for a variety of consumables, plant supplies, equipment, parts, tooling, and other outsourced products from suppliers Submit purchase orders to supplier the same day the customer order is placed in Encore, meeting establish supplier deadlines for next day delivery as required Obtain supplier acknowledgements and regularly communicate planned delivery dates and lead times with customer service and sales Update Encore purchase order notes with supplier name and planned delivery date so the information appears on the daily backlog report Monitor inventory levels and place replenishment PO’s with suppliers for existing business Attend the daily morning production meeting and communicate planned supplier delivery dates for upcoming customer shipments Review daily reports related to purchased items and update Encore or act as needed (Daily reports include - Insufficient Inventory, Unprinted Drop Ship, Product & Commodity Codes, Open PO report) Gain and continue to learn an in-depth understanding and level of product knowledge related to consumables and other products regularly purchased Maintain established purchasing files electronically as directed by the Merchandising Manager Use professional communication methods with co-workers and suppliers Understand and abide by all company safety policies and requirements, including the use of PPE in the plant Main a clean and organized work area Comply with all company policies and procedures Additional duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Problem-solving, time management, and communication skills a must
• Possess excellent people skills and be an independent worker
• Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) and Email proficiency
• Previous purchasing experience required
• Pre-employment drug screening required
• If the candidate is neither certified, degreed, or licensed, they might be required to successfully complete proficiency testing in the related categories.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Candidate will have the ability to read and comprehend moderate to complex verbal instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to work with and in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and Amtech software is needed.

Nice To Haves

• BS Degree in Business with emphasis on Purchasing is desired.
• Previous work experience and training may be an acceptable "equivalent" based on his/her experience.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, as well as perform effectively in a team-oriented environment is a must.
• Three or more years’ purchasing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and process company purchase orders for a variety of consumables, plant supplies, equipment, parts, tooling, and other outsourced products from suppliers
• Submit purchase orders to supplier the same day the customer order is placed in Encore, meeting establish supplier deadlines for next day delivery as required
• Obtain supplier acknowledgements and regularly communicate planned delivery dates and lead times with customer service and sales
• Update Encore purchase order notes with supplier name and planned delivery date so the information appears on the daily backlog report
• Monitor inventory levels and place replenishment PO’s with suppliers for existing business
• Attend the daily morning production meeting and communicate planned supplier delivery dates for upcoming customer shipments
• Review daily reports related to purchased items and update Encore or act as needed (Daily reports include - Insufficient Inventory, Unprinted Drop Ship, Product & Commodity Codes, Open PO report)
• Gain and continue to learn an in-depth understanding and level of product knowledge related to consumables and other products regularly purchased
• Maintain established purchasing files electronically as directed by the Merchandising Manager
• Use professional communication methods with co-workers and suppliers
• Understand and abide by all company safety policies and requirements, including the use of PPE in the plant
• Main a clean and organized work area
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Additional duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• Bonus based on company performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (including vacation, company holidays, and parental leave)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Other benefits such as life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level