Product Buyer

Company Summary:

Pacific Metal Company is a metals service center. Purchased by Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. (

NYSE:

RS) in 2002. Pacific Metal Company has 5 branches located in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana and the corporate office is in Tualatin, Oregon. PMC employs approximately 80 employees.

Job Summary:

The Product Buyer is responsible for assisting with purchases and forecasts for all Pacific Metal Company locations focusing on specific markets in stainless, aluminum, and carbon products.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for providing purchasing and clerical support to the purchasing department/function. Compiles requests for materials and prepares required purchase orders. Tracks purchase requests using appropriate tracking mechanism(s). Responds to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations in a timely and professional manner. Gathers information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services. Coordinates with sales to acquire specific inventory for customers. Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts and orders and calculates relevant costs. Retrieves files and purchasing information as needed for reviews and purchasing staff. Assists with maintaining compliance with company policies and purchasing procedures. Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols

Required Knowledge & Skills:

2-5 Years experience. High School Diploma/GED required. Knowledge of Metals Industry required. Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Ability to quickly establish credibility, trust and respect with customers and co-workers. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience purchasing stainless, aluminum or carbon products? Do you have Metal Service Center experience? Do you experience gathering information to create purchase orders for procurement of materials? Do you have experience responding to customer and supplier inquiries about order status?

Experience:

Purchasing:

2 years (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Tualatin, OR 97062: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person