Strategic Buyer: Materials, Contracts & Vendor Relations

Petersen Incorporated; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Petersen Incorporated in Ogden, UT is seeking a Buyer to manage purchasing of supplies, raw materials, parts and assemblies necessary for operations. You will negotiate with vendors, develop contracts, and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires strong relationship building, effective communication, and solid computer skills including Outlook and Excel. Two years of related experience is preferred with a commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED required.
• Two years related experience.
• Must develop and maintain strong relationships with team members, customers, and vendors.
• Must be able to establish and maintain trust, unity, and partnering with management, team members, vendors, and customers.
• Good computer skills; familiar with computers and its basic application (ie: Outlook, excel, Microsoft TEAMS etc)
• Possesses good negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of metals and the metal market.
• A working knowledge of writing contracts and terms of condition for sale.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchase contracts for materials, subcontracts, and services using purchasing database.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Purchase materials in a manner to help ensure overall profitability of the company.
• Disposition of all non-conforming material receipts and invoices
• Reconcile purchases against accounts payable for job cost reviews.
• Liaison between vendor and company
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment
• Must be available and willing to travel as the employer determines whether it is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.

Skills

Vendor relationships

Negotiation

Supply chain basics

Excel proficiency

Communication

MS Office

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Purchasing database

ERP systems

Job description

Petersen Incorporated in Ogden, UT is seeking a Buyer to manage purchasing of supplies, raw materials, parts and assemblies necessary for operations. You will negotiate with vendors, develop contracts, and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires strong relationship building, effective communication, and solid computer skills including Outlook and Excel. Two years of related experience is preferred with a commitment to safety and compliance.