Hi
Professional,
Greetings,
I
hope you are doing well. We have a new job opportunity with one of our direct
manufacturing clients.
Kindly
review the below-mentioned job description and let me know your thoughts on it.
Here
is the new opportunity:
Buyer/Purchasing
4
Chillicothe, IL
12 months
Job
Description
Summary:
The
main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts,
supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical
buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or
organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery,
equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material
availability.
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions,
policies, and procedures.
- Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and
distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
- Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to
determine product availability and terms of sales.
- Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with
suppliers.
- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation
skills and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other
technical data.
- Strong ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
- Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and
constructive performance feedback.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain management.
- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and
Excel.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required.
- 8-10 years finance related experience required.
- CPSM/CPPM/CPP (Certified Professional Supply Management; Certified
Professional Purchasing Management; Certified Purchasing Professional)
preferred.
Why Client? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or
a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150
locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and
helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the
industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through
our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”
Why this Role?
- Exposure at a VP level within organization
- Commitment to a Procurement Division
Typical task breakdown:
- Daily, weekly and monthly data mining
- Daily quality systems review
- Daily facility and Supplier Development Engineers communication
- *Potential- weekly trip to ClientTech Center to assist with part distribution
Interaction with team:
Individual along with Team task
Team Structure:
How many people are reporting to the Work Director - 1
Work environment:
- Office environment
Education & Experience Required:
- Years of experience: 8 years + relevant experience
- Degree requirement: (Associate/Bachelors/Masters)
- Do you accept internships as job experience:
- Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide
comparable background to this role:
Top 3 Skills
Data Analytics (mining)
Advanced Excel skills
Executive Level ppt presentations
Additional Technical Skills
(Required)
Proficient to MS excel and Power point presentation (VP and Director)
With Driver’s license
Data Mining
