Buyer

Requirements

• Obtain material quotes for bids and create purchase orders upon acceptance of bids.
• Work with suppliers to get the best possible price and delivery.
• Plan and monitor the incoming schedule of materials to meet on-time delivery metrics.
• Strategize and manage all materials within the inventory target value.
• Expedite orders, quotes, and back orders and maintain in-house supplies.
• Participate in the scheduling of all projects.
• Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
• Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Develop new sources of supply as needed.
• Communicate with vendors and other technical resources.
• Assist Materials Manager in negotiating long-term contracts.
• Approve bills for payment.
• Maintain knowledge of all organizational and governmental rules affecting purchases and provide information about these rules to organization staff members and to vendors.
• Maintain a regular and reliable schedule as set by the supervisor according to handbook guidelines.
• Abide by all safety, quality, personnel, and other policies as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned for the good of the department and company.
• Be actively engaged in the department’s 6S program and complete all necessary paperwork.

Benefits

• Participation in Royal’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• No benefits explicitly mentioned