Buyer

ADP, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Buyer in a full-time role within the Supply Chain department. You will oversee inventory control, manage vendor relationships, negotiate prices, and process Purchase Orders to support factory operations.

The position requires strong communication, ERP experience (SAP), and a track record of cost savings. Minimal travel, exempt status, and a collaborative team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of a High School Diploma
• CPSM Certification Preferred
• Goal oriented cost savings experience required
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a buyer required
• Strong computer related skills, including Microsoft word, excel and power point
• ERP experience preferred SAP
• Professional appearance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Vendor relations experience preferred
• Experience working for an industrial product manufacturing company in a purchasing/buyer capacity preferred
• Experience with inventory control preferred
• Ability and experience in processing Purchase Orders in a timely manner

Responsibilities

• Excellent Communication skills and Professionalism
• Supports all Dept as a purchasing contact– enter purchase orders, obtain quotes, expedite, and document order confirmations notifying departments of major pricing discrepancies
• Enters purchase orders and tracking of confirmation
• Strong focus on cost savings and tracking
• Change / update info records and source lists as requested
• Assist Receiving Dept with discrepancies and information requests
• Assists service field installation leads with purchase orders
• Assist other Purchasing team members if needed

Skills

Communication skills

Vendor relations

Cost savings experience

Timely PO processing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Professional appearance

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma minimum

CPSM certification preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

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Buyer

Full Time Grand Rapids, MI, US

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

Buyer

Level 1 | Purchasing

Reports To

Materials and Supply Chain Manager

Department

Supply Chain

Classification

Exempt, Full-Time

Direct Reports

None

Travel

Minimal / periodic, as business needs require

Job Purpose

The Buyer’s primary responsibilities encompass inventory control, vendor relations, price negotiations, and Purchase Order processing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Excellent Communication skills and Professionalism
• Supports all Dept as a purchasing contact– enter purchase orders, obtain quotes, expedite, and document order confirmations notifying departments of major pricing discrepancies
• Enters purchase orders and tracking of confirmation
• Strong focus on cost savings and tracking
• Change / update info records and source lists as requested
• Assist Receiving Dept with discrepancies and information requests
• Assists service field installation leads with purchase orders
• Assist other Purchasing team members if needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of a High School Diploma
• CPSM Certification Preferred
• Goal oriented cost savings experience required
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a buyer required
• Strong computer related skills, including Microsoft word, excel and power point
• ERP experience preferred SAP
• Professional appearance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Vendor relations experience preferred
• Experience working for an industrial product manufacturing company in a purchasing/buyer capacity preferred
• Experience with inventory control preferred
• Ability and experience in processing Purchase Orders in a timely manner

Additional Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude preferred

Working Conditions

Mostly stationary work with occasional movement throughout the facility to access files, office machinery, etc. Works at a desk and a computer screen for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to manually enter data into the computer system and understand the screen and images that appear. Frequently lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. Use of hands to hold, lift and handle materials. Occasional climbing, bending and squatting.

Job Description Acknowledgment

This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications for the position. It is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of every responsibility. Duties may be adjusted based on business needs, project assignments, and management direction.