Jr. Buyer

Job Summary Marco Board House is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in sourcing and purchasing goods and services essential for our operations. This role requires strong analytical skills, a keen understanding of inventory management, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to ensure timely procurement while maintaining cost efficiency. Responsibilities Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing as well as machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary to support all aspects of the Company. The Buyer procures parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance.  Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.  Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.  Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history.  Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.  Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.  Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.  Evaluate and monitor general vendor performance as well as adherence to contractual obligations to ensure compliance and determine need for changes.  Process work orders in ERP System, including issuing of inventory as applicable.  Work with Production, Planning, Engineering and Quality to resolve part shortages and non-conformities  Select, develop, and maintain a competent supplier/rep partnership base/network.  Resolve poor product quality issues, delivery issues, set up returned authorizations, invoice discrepancies and expedite orders as needed.  Maintain optimum levels of inventory .  Manage transportation of goods into multiple manufacturing locations.  Communicating lead times, delays, exceptions, freight costs, delivery options, and order confirmation Skills Associate degree is not required, but preferred Must be proficient in Word and Excel 3+ years or similar experience in a Purchasing/Manufacturing environment preferred  Must be able to work in a team environment Strong computer and communication skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Previous experience with ERP Systems preferred but not required Flexibility to work overtime as needed Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced environment Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:00PM Join our team as a Junior Buyer where you will play a crucial role in ensuring our operations run smoothly through effective procurement strategies!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Purchasing:

2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Poughkeepsie, NY 12603: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person