Associate Buyer-Commodity Professional

The Associate Buyer-Commodity Professional will join the growing team in East Syracuse, NY, and be responsible for communicating effectively with internal and external customers, utilizing problem-solving skills, and negotiating with suppliers.

What You Will Do

The role involves identifying and qualifying potential suppliers, conducting negotiations, reviewing and interpreting contractual terms and conditions, and analyzing cost and pricing factors for pre-award and post-award purchasing activities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a basic ability to interpret technical drawings, demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work effectively in a team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline
• Must be able to work on-site at our East Syracuse, New York location
• Understanding of Supply Chain processes and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers
• Ability to review, interpret, negotiate, and redline NDAs, terms and conditions, and other contractual agreements
• Ability to prepare and administer routine correspondence and purchasing-related documentation
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Material Handling, and Finance to close out open purchase orders
• Ability to coordinate with suppliers to obtain product or service information, including pricing, availability, and delivery schedules, and to expedite or facilitate deliveries
• Ability to prepare, organize, and maintain purchasing records and files documenting purchasing performance and compliance
• Ability to develop knowledge of domestic and global commodity expertise within assigned categories
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage multiple tasks, remain self-motivated, and support concurrent requirements for internal and external customers
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance, if required

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage