Buyer

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions in Louisville, KY is proud to partner with a graphics company to offer a

DIRECT HIRE

role. Our customer is currently seeking a qualified rockstar as a BUYER.

Pay:

DOE

• 55K-70

K Summary:

The primary function of this position is to coordinate the procurement of all commodities needed to fulfill inventory requirements and customer service goals in the most cost-effective manner by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinating all activities related to procurement of products for wholesale distribution. Analyzes (RRAR) daily requirement reports to determine purchasing needs and reviews all stock levels to achieve company goals. Reviews all non stock and special order demands, previous days purchase orders, price discrepancies, and unusual order entries at the Branch level. Review and research special freight quotes, monthly inventory reports, rebate thresholds and maintains integrity of CSD data including pricing, descriptions, vendors, and arp's. Researches and troubleshoots problems including quality issues, invoices discrepancies, and vendor returns. Expedites open warehouse transfers, issue purchase orders, match confirmations and enters data into the inventory management system CSD. Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements. Solicits and evaluates proposals from vendors. Holds meetings or discussions to review new products, discontinued items and economic conditions for assigned commodities. Develops and maintains vendor relationships and negotiates vendor pricing, delivery, and purchase terms. Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company.

Core Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Business Acumen
• Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability. Cost Consciousness
• Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. Judgment
• Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality
• Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of CSD Inventory Management software; Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Word Processing software.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Why Peoplelink? Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance available Direct Deposit Programs Full benefits available 401(k), profit sharing, and raises available after 90 days Peoplelink, LLC has been a leader in the staffing industry for 33 years , dedicated to linking communities through employment . The safety, health, and well-being of our associates, clients, and communities is our #1 priority . Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an

EEOE, M/F/D/V

, and is committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. #IND203