Purchasing Buyer / Expediter
: Job Details :

Our client is seeking a military veteran to fill their critical role of Purchasing Buyer / Expeditor to coordinate activities procuring materials, goods and services supporting specific projects in manufacturing. - Purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors- Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers- Purchase materials and services as needed- Responsible for managing all supplier-related activities and authority to commit company resources; monitor and address supplier quality and delivery performance; track internal demand and material assets to optimize purchases- Incorporate planning decisions from internal customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and work with Manager to arrive at optimal solutions with the lowest total cost to the company- Develop requests for quotations and proposals; analyzes supplier responses; negotiates and manages day to day supplier activities; and interfaces with internal and external customers, other Purchasing peers and suppliers- Expedite deliveries of equipment and supplies- Prepare Request for Quotations (RFQs) to obtain competitive bids from approved sources.- Demonstrated integrity with strong business and personal ethics- Self-starting team player who demonstrates an attitude reflective of our customer's operating values- Engage suppliers strategically- Utilize contract language to recover supplier induced costsChallenges abound, skills include communication, critical thinking, organization, and attention to detail. Effective communication and follow-through in tracking down needed materials and holding suppliers accountable to their deliverables and related performance.Performance bonus and competitive benefits.