BUYER

TPIS; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TPIS in Guaynabo, PR is seeking a full-time Buyer to manage procurement, analyze requisitions, contact vendors, and coordinate deliveries for parts, services and equipment.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate degree or BA in material management or supply chain, have at least 2 years of related experience, be fully bilingual in Spanish and English, and excel in data entry, MS Office and negotiation. Strong organizational and time-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of associate degree or BA in material management or Supply Chain and at least 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient in computer systems to enter data and process information, asset and maintenance management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Fully bilingual, Spanish and English.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong math skills for discounts, percentages and measurements.
• Detail oriented, organized with strong time management and decision making.
• Able to work under intermittent supervision.

Responsibilities

• Purchase parts, services and equipment.
• Analyze and prioritize approved requisitions and coordinate with departments.
• Contact Department personnel for support and clarification on requisitions requiring diagrams, scope of work, or technical specifications before requesting quotations.
• Request for Quotation and negotiate from local and international vendors to compare price, availability and lead time.
• Arrange site inspections and facilitate vendor quotes/proposals.
• Qualify vendors and negotiate with actuals to achieve cost reductions.
• Negotiate freight with carriers and track orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Resolve price, quantity or invoice discrepancies with Vendors, Warehouse and Accounts Payable.
• Coordinate deliveries and pickups of rental equipment and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Procurement

Supply chain

Data entry

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Associate degree or BA in material management or supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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BUYER

FULL TIME Guaynabo, PR, PR

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2208

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $45,000.00 Annually

Regular Position

Buyers perform market research, product tests and evaluations and analyze competitors to determine what products are featured in stores, catalogs and online marketplaces.

The Responsibilities of the job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Purchase parts, services and equipment.
• Analyze and study all approved department/internal customer requisitions and prioritize.
• Contact Department personnel for support and clarification on those requisitions that require diagrams, scope of work, or technical specifications before requesting any quotation.
• Request for Quotation and negotiate from local and international vendors in order to compare price, availability and lead time.
• Contact vendors and make an appointment between vendors and requesting parties for site inspections in order for vendors to provide quotes/proposals.
• Qualify vendors, suggest alternate vendors and negotiate with actuals to achieve cost reductions.
• Negotiate with different freight carriers for inbound and outbound parts shipments and external rebuilds worldwide.
• Resolve any price, quantity or invoice discrepancy with Vendors, Warehouse and Accounts Payable.
• Track purchase orders to ensure on time deliveries. Coordinate deliveries and pickups of rental equipment as needed. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

To apply you must possess the following requirements:

• Minimum of associate degree or BA in material management or Supply Chain and at least 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient in computer systems to enter data and process information, asset and maintenance management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as: Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Fully bilingual, Spanish and English.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to select the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to deal with units of measure and its conversions.
• Must be highly detail oriented, organized and have excellent time management, judgment and decision making, deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to understand organization priorities and meet deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.
• Must have negotiation skills.
• Ability to maintain self-control and work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, contractors and clients to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results.
• Candidate must be able to work under intermittent supervision.

TPIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO Employer / Affidative Action for Females / Disabled / Veterans). We comply with all Federal, State and Local laws regarding nondiscrimination.