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Kimchuk Inc

Junior Buyer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Danbury, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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What they do

A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.

$67,249 / year median in Connecticut

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Job Description

Junior Buyer Kimchuk Inc - 3.9 Danbury, CT Job Details Full-time 17 hours ago Qualifications Supplier performance analysis Communication with suppliers ERP systems Inbound logistics Materials management in manufacturing Quality reports Vendor performance improvement Vendor relationship management Collaboration with manufacturing teams Order tracking Ordering supplies Project stakeholder communication Vendor performance monitoring Entry level Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This is an entry level position for someone who is eager to learn and grow in all areas of the procurement process. Key to facilitating the flow of raw material to conform with production schedules, the Junior Buyer communicates with internal stakeholders (purchasing, program management, stockroom/receiving) and material vendors to eliminate difficulties and delays. This role may also support the quote process to expedite outstanding material quote items as directed by management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors and reports on the status of both proposed and staged jobs to ensure functions of picking and releasing jobs to the manufacturing floor. Communicates with department supervisors to determine overdue material and parts and to inform supervisors of material status. Provides weekly and monthly reports such as vendor on time delivery and quality. Directs receiving to prioritize inbound material. Supplies list and reports of jobs to be released to stockroom department. Maintains/updates vendors expected ship dates in the ERP system and communicates changes to Program Management in a timely manner. Works with facilities and manufacturing to procure shop supplies and small tools. Willing and able to assist on special projects as needed.