Buyer I

Talentify; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Buyer to manage inventory control, vendor relations, price negotiations, and Purchase Order processing within our Supply Chain department. The role reports to the Materials and Supply Chain Manager.

The position requires a minimum 3 years of relevant buyer experience, strong communication, and ERP familiarity (SAP preferred). It is an exempt, full-time role with minimal travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a related field.
• Minimum of a high school diploma required.
• CPSM certification preferred for progression.
• Goal oriented cost savings experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a buyer.

Responsibilities

• Enter purchase orders, obtain quotes, expedite, and document order confirmations.
• Notify departments of major pricing discrepancies and track confirmations.
• Assist Receiving Dept with discrepancies and information requests.
• Support service field leads with purchase orders.
• Vendor setups and maintenance of source lists.
• Assist other Purchasing team members as needed.
• Focus on cost savings and spend analysis.
• Enter and track Purchase Orders in a timely manner.

Skills

Vendor relations

Purchase orders

Cost savings

Communication skills

SAP familiarity

MS Office

Inventory control

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High School Diploma

CPSM certification preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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
• Vendor Setups
• 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.