Buyer II

The Fountain Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a seasoned Buyer II to manage purchasing activities and close purchase orders for multiple business units. You will process requisitions, convert them into accurate POs, and support inventory programs while aligning with procurement policies.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years of purchasing experience, strong ERP knowledge (Oracle PeopleSoft 9.2 preferred), and superior analytical and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle PeopleSoft 9.2 preferred).
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and close purchase orders.
• Process requisitions and ensure timely PO execution within the ERP system.
• Monitor and track open purchase orders through completion.
• Generate purchasing and vendor spend reports.
• Support catalog/punch-out purchasing programs.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support sourcing best practices.
• Assist with online requisitioning, EDI, supplier-assisted inventory management, and e-commerce initiatives.
• Recommend ERP and procurement system enhancements.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Procurement processes

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle PeopleSoft 9.2

Job description

Buyer II – Cedar Rapids, IA

Pay Rate: Starting at $30/hr

Job Summary

• Work closely with the Supply Chain and Contracts team to execute purchasing activities.
• Process business unit requisitions and convert them into accurate purchase orders.
• Support inventory programs, process improvements, and purchasing automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update, and close purchase orders.
• Process requisitions and ensure timely PO execution within the ERP system.
• Monitor and track open purchase orders through completion.
• Generate purchasing and vendor spend reports.
• Support catalog/punch-out purchasing programs.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support sourcing best practices.
• Assist with online requisitioning, EDI, supplier-assisted inventory management, and e-commerce initiatives.
• Recommend ERP and procurement system enhancements.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle PeopleSoft 9.2 preferred).
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency with e-Procurement tools and purchasing systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• CPM, CPIM, or CPSM certification preferred.

Manager Notes

• Candidate must be a seasoned buyer comfortable issuing large-dollar purchase orders with urgency.
• Oracle PeopleSoft experience is strongly preferred.
• Must respond quickly to emails and chats, resolve issues efficiently, and move immediately to the next priority.
• Meticulous organization and attention to detail are critical for success in this role.

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