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Atlas Management

Purchasing Buyer

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$43,984 / year median in Tennessee

-6% projected decline

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Job Description

For more than 25 years, the Atlas Management team has provided management and human resources solutions to businesses, and employment opportunities to individuals. Atlas Management is hiring a Purchasing Buyer for a company in the Donelson, TN area. Purchasing Buyer is responsible for assisting with activities involved in the purchase of goods and services in accordance with the company's processes and procedures. This role is working with a team of professionals to execute the day to day operations of Purchasing Department. The company is seeking for the individual who has purchasing experience in a medium to large corporate environment that operates in a driven environment. If you thrive in the day to day purchasing environment, then this might be the right position for you.
Purchasing Buyer Salary:
$35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Location:
Donelson, TN (Nashville)
Hours:
Standard business hours (1st shift)
Status:
Contract position for six months (Posiiton could provide permanent opportunity)
Job Description:
Purchasing:
Knowledge of the principles, practices, laws, and regulations related to purchasing.
Office Management:
Knowledge of general office management practices and procedures.
Inventory Systems:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of materials control and inventory systems.
Computer Use:
Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other software to perform job-related functions.
Relationship Building:
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
Teamwork:
Skill in working with others as a team while taking responsibility for outcomes.
Microsoft Windows:
Skill in using the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Communication:
Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders, both orally and in writing.
Microsoft Office:
Skill in using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Negotiation:
Skill in bargaining effectively with others to resolve conflict or achieve results
Requirement:
5-7 years of relevant work experience with the minimum High school diploma in lieu of the educational requirements 2-4 years Bid, contract, customer service, or related experience If you meet at least the minimum requirements, we would like to speak with you. Apply today and a Recruiter will contact you!