Purchasing Buyer 1

2 weeks ago


Durham, North Carolina, United States Compunnel, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Description:

We are currently seeking an Associate Buyer who is responsible for commodities or assignments requiring application of basic purchasing principles, theories, and concepts.

The Associate Buyer ensures timely purchase of products or services from known sources of supply. Additionally, the individual may resolve issues in the areas of PO accuracy and completeness, on-time delivery, or supplier payment.

The Associate Buyer will be required to manipulate data in various systems to determine the most favorable terms for Parata.

The Associate Buyer will help search markets for allocated, constrained and End of Life parts. They will work to validate source of supply and background research on new suppliers.

Strong attention to detail, adaptability, communication, and a willingness to work in a collaborative team environment are skills that will support a high level of success in this position.

Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the Buyer in the expediting and validation of incoming PO's.
Search the market for constrained, allocated, and End of Life parts.
Work with the Strategic Commodity Managers to validate source of supply and do background research on potential suppliers.
Resolve purchasing problems between department and supplier.
Confer with vendors, receiving, warehouse, and carrier personnel to expedite and trace missing/delayed shipments.
Assist the buyer in the maintenance and accuracy of ship dates and pricing in our ERP system.
Support management objectives by running KPI's and supplier performance.
Manage follow-up resolution with external departments and/or supplier to correct Accounts Payable invoice issues.
Develop and maintain accurate point of contact data for all suppliers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and ExperienceMinimum of 1-2 years of purchasing experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting and/or a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, economics or other related field with other applicable intern or work experiencePrevious experience utilizing MRP, supply chain management software and tools- Great Plains preferredDemonstrated ability to use logic and problem-solving skills to independently isolate and identify opportunities in reporting/analysisExcellent communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments and external suppliersSelf-starter, organized, and motivated team playerProven analysis and presentation skills including use of common tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointProficient Excel skills, including use of pivot tables and advanced functions/concepts

Education: Bachelors Degree

Additional client information:

Company DescriptionCompunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions.

A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments.

Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia.

As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice.

We have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year.

Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US.

We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.

Company DescriptionCompunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions.

A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments.

Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia.

As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice.

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We have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year.

Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US.

We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.


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