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Buyer; Purchasing

Hauppauge, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=165+Oser+Ave+Hauppauge+NY+USA+11788)

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Description

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Buyer is responsible for leading purchasing activities to ensure the timely procurement of materials, components and/or supplies necessary for business operations.

Responsibilities:including but not limited to -

+ Review pricing, vendor terms, and procurement needs using MRP systems and demand forecasts.

+ Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure availability and minimize shortages or excess stock.

+ Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery.

+ Maintain accurate lead times and order status within the company’s ERP system.

+ Implement price changes as directed by senior management.

+ Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.

+ Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to optimize cost savings.

+ Run open order reports to track deliveries and address potential delays.

+ Support logistics, transportation, and warehouse operations as needed.

+ Address and resolve supplier-related issues, including non-conformances, returns, and corrective actions.

+ Reconcile invoice discrepancies with receiving and accounts payable teams.

+ Provide specifications or documentation to internal teams as needed.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

+ Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

+ 2-3 years of purchasing experience required; 3-5 years preferred.

+ Experience in a regulated industry is a plus.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

+ Strong negotiation and communication skills.

+ Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.

+ Ability to collaborate across departments and with external suppliers.

+ Adept in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

+ Ability to multitask, strong sense of urgency in resolving any issues.

Physical Demands:

+ Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, computer controls.

+ May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., stand, bend, kneel, crouch, sit, talk, hear, and walk.

+ Specific vision abilities required include close vision, ability to focus.

Work Environment:

+ Required to be present in the office to collaborate with management, other departments, and vendors daily.

+ Employee travel/work hours/schedule/location and/or shift are subject to change based on business needs and Management discretion.

+ Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

+ None.

Personal Protective Equipment or Attire Required for Position:

+ As needed.

Pay Range:

$60,000 - $75,000 per year