Buyer

Apply Job Type Full-time Description JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY: The Buyer is responsible for managing various administrative tasks related to purchasing, returns processing, vendor acknowledgment processing, vendor expediting, and inventory management. This role requires close collaboration with vendors, internal departments, and other stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement. Contributes to a positive working culture, builds strong relationships, and lives out the values of integrity, collaboration, and accountability. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Returns Processing: Manage the returns process for defective or excess inventory. Coordinate with vendors to obtain return authorizations, process return shipments and ensure timely refunds or replacements. Repairs Processing: Manage the repairs process for Gast units. Coordinate with technicians and sales representatives to ensure required documentation and workflows are followed. Vendor Acknowledgment Processing: Monitor and track vendor acknowledgments for purchase orders. Follow up with vendors to confirm receipt of purchase orders, verify pricing and terms, and resolve discrepancies or issues. Vendor Expediting: Expedite orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies. Monitor order status, proactively identify potential delays, and communicate with vendors to expedite shipments as needed. Purchase Order Management: Assist with generating and maintaining direct ship purchase orders in accordance with procurement policies and procedures. Verify pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance with contractual agreements. Inventory Management: Assist with inventory management activities, including stock replenishment, cycle counting, and inventory reconciliations. Support monitoring of inventory levels and identifying shortages or excesses. Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of purchasing transactions, including purchase orders, returns, and repairs. Ensure documentation is properly filed and organized for easy retrieval and audit purposes. Reporting and Analysis: Assist inventory control manager with the preparation of reports related to purchasing activities, vendor performance, inventory levels, and cost savings initiatives. Provide insights and recommendations to management based on data analysis and trend identification. Process Improvement : Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the purchasing and inventory management functions. Implement changes and best practices to streamline workflows and optimize procurement processes. Clerical/General Administrative: Respond to routine emails, phone calls, etc. Make copies, print documents, etc. File paperwork as necessary. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may…