Buyer - Hourly

VT Industries Inc.; Holstein (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

VT Industries in Holstein, IA is seeking a procurement support specialist to assist in fulfilling the procurement needs of VT facilities. You will work cross-functionally, adhere to policies, and place and follow up on orders to meet project schedules.

You will also resolve discrepancies and help optimize supplier performance. You will monitor spend, manage supplier programs, and collaborate with Accounting to resolve billing issues.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• General business knowledge and office demeanor.
• Accounting or Purchasing experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data using Excel/Word/Access.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement needs for VT facilities as assigned.
• Work cross-functionally with internal personnel to understand and support their needs.
• Adhere to Procurement policies and procedures.
• Place, process, and follow up on orders to expedite and ensure timely delivery.
• Resolve purchasing issues and discrepancies.
• Assist with vendor performance data and feedback for improvement.
• Monitor spend for sourcing and negotiation opportunities.
• Understand and assist in managing supplier programs and rebates.
• Collect data to assist in procurement plans, strategies, and action plans.
• Collaborate between Accounting and vendors to resolve billing discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Cost analysis

Customer Service

Conflict Management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Job description

• Support inter-company departments to fulfil the procurement needs and requirements for VT facilities as assigned
• Work cross-functionally with internal personnel to understand and support their needs
• Adhere to the Procurement policies and procedures
• Place, process, and follow up on orders to expedite and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules
• Resolve purchasing issues and discrepancies
• Assist in providing vendor performance data and provide feedback for improvement
• Monitor spend to look for sourcing and negotiation opportunities and communicate to manager
• Understand and assist in managing supplier programs and rebates
• Collect data to assist in the preparation of the procurement business plan, strategies, and support action plans to achieve objectives
• Collaborate between Accounting and the vendor to resolve billing discrepancies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred
• General business knowledge and office demeanor
• Accounting or Purchasing experience preferred
• Good judgement and decisions making skills
• Ability to develop and improve vendor relationships
• Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access to analyze and manage data
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for all levels of the organization
• Excellent organizational skills including planning, standards of excellence, and managing self
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to define problems and communicate them promptly
• Mathematical and reasoning skills required
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at the same time
• Model VT’s Mission, Vision, and Values
• All team members are expected to follow the Code of Conduct to the highest standards as well as to adhere to the Attendance Policy of VT Industries.

Physical Requirements

Tolerance for sitting long periods of time. Possess finger dexterity to write, type, and use a calculator. Maintain adequate vision to view small print and computer terminal. Ability to speak and hear, walk throughout facilities with occasional light lifting (25 pounds), stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms required. Ability to travel between multiple facilities as required to perform core job duties. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to, health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match, employee assistance program, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off/vacation, tuition reimbursement, and more!

Skills

Required

• Problem solving Intermediate
• Microsoft Outlook Intermediate
• Microsoft Office Intermediate
• Microsoft Excel Intermediate

Preferred

• Cost analysis Novice
• Customer Service Novice
• Conflict Management Novice
• Communication Novice
• Budgeting Novice

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Associates or better.

Experience

Preferred

• Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access to analyze and manage data
• Accounting or Purchasing experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

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