Buyer

AVI-SPL; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Tampa is seeking a detail-oriented purchasing professional to allocate inventory and process orders. The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and 1–2 years of buying experience, preferably in construction or audiovisual fields. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This role offers a professional office environment with opportunities to work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of buying experience in a related field preferred.
• Experience operating in a multi-state environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Allocate inventory and process orders for completed sales orders.
• Work with internal teams to utilize public sector programs effectively.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve purchase order issues.
• Maintain and monitor the Ordered Queue.

Skills

Ability to balance multiple tasks

Excellent attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Clear communication skills

Demonstrated customer service focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary
Responsible for leveraging all available supplier-sponsored programs to allocate inventory and process purchase orders for completed sales orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Allocate inventory and process orders in fulfillment of all sales orders, stock orders, and miscellaneous products.
• Obtain a firm understanding of the public sector programs available to the company and work with internal teams to ensure these programs are fully utilized.
• Obtain a firm understanding of quantity discount programs, free freight programs, and other supplier‑sponsored programs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and company suppliers to resolve post‑submittal issues with purchase orders.
• Maintain and monitor the Ordered Queue.
• Provide data and support on various projects for Purchasing and Procurement when needed.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to balance multiple tasks with changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear and professional communication skills (written and oral) both internally and externally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective communication and interaction with employees, clients, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of buying experience in a similar or related field (Construction, Audiovisual, Telecommunications) preferred.
• Experience operating in a multi‑state and/or complex matrix business environment is desirable.

Working Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment. It uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise (inter‑office conversations and computers/printers).

Physical Requirements

This position regularly requires employees to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment.

Direct Reports

This position does not have any direct reports.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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