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.
Vinton Steel seeks a highly organized, hardworking and self-motivated, knowledgeable and dynamic Purchasing Analyst with optimistic assertiveness, superior expertise, exceptional leadership and comprehensive skills set to efficaciously perform procurement responsibilities. Additionally, potential candidate to be duty-bound of self-confidence, excellent customer service and communication skills to commendably execute diverse department functions in a rapidly changing and demanding business environment. Purchasing Analyst will report directly to Procurement Manager with minimal direct supervision; however, demonstrating the ability to successfully perform delegated tasks according to expectations. Our organization endeavors to be innovative; therefore welcomes energetic, qualified and frontrunners with the genuine enthusiasm to meritoriously and resourcefully contribute to Vinton Steel's business scope, vision and mission.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Analytical deliberation to cost savings alternatives Attend mandatory training and professional development sessions Availability to work extended work hours as needed Collaborate with Accounting Team on related task inclusive yet not limited to invoices, contracts and any joint matter Continuous and superb communication with all vendor/supplier to maintain optimal business relationships Develop purchasing strategies resourceful to the successful completion of procurement responsibilities Effective recordkeeping and monitoring of all orders submitted to track goods procured and fulfilment of delivery dates, similarly to develop reports to monitor procurements and significant key indicators Engage with interdepartmental managers to monitor inventory levels, verify chain supply, identify any potential issues and facilitate updates to any procurement inquiries in endeavors to deliver goods according to deadlines Establish ethical and professional relationships with colleagues, management as well as vendor/supplier Expedite all purchase requisitions and purchase orders in the utmost timeliest to ensure the timely fulfillment of goods requested Flexibility and willingness to participate in additional department responsibilities Maintain effective communication with vendor/supplier to determine and validate prices, product availability, secure lead times, delivery dates, review warranties and applicable terms, as well as excellent negotiations Network with vendor/supplier to optimize all potential sources to procure goods at the most viable and cost effective manner Uphold ongoing market analysis to identify developing trends, new products/services and likewise explore new business opportunities Work collectively with Warehouse to coordinate the proper reception of orders submitted and delivered Work jointly with other departments to effectively problem-solve any issues presented and obtain immediate and favorable outcomes
Qualifications & Skills:
Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize and rapidly adapt to changing and diverse business environment Adhere to all company policies and procedures Bilingual (Spanish) Capability to diligently and safely perform all assigned responsibilities Effective grammar, mathematical and writing skills Exceptional customer service focus Experience with use of office and peripheral devices (multiple line commuter, copiers, scanners, calculators and processing terminals, in addition to common hardware) Facility to engage and work well with others Great communication and listening skills Knowledge in Purchasing and or related industry with proven record Possess integrity and reputable work ethic Advanced knowledge with SAP operational system Possess analytical and tactical decision-making and problem solving skills Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft (Office Word, Excel, Power Point) Superb time management, leadership, team building, interpersonal, dynamic and organizational skills Minimum required education and experience: Associate's degree with 4 years' experience in office setting preferred primarily accomplishing procurement duties Bilingual English/Spanish SAP knowledge is required.
Preferred education and experience:
Bachelor's degree and proven 2-year experience successfully executing procurement responsibilities and effectively contributing to the organization's success and momentum All selected candidates will be asked to successfully complete a background check, drug test, HPE and physical. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
