Junior Buyer

VisionsHR

Stony Point, NY

$58,500 to $62,000 Yearly
Full-Time

Job Description

📣 Now Hiring: Junior Buyer

Attention buyers, purchasing clerks, and procurement specialists! Are you looking for a great work environment? Our client, Lighting Services Inc, is currently seeking a Junior Buyer to join its team. This is an onsite, exempt position with an anticipated annual salary range of $58,500 - $62,000.

Key Responsibilities:
•   Initiates purchase orders and amendments for inventory, MRO, and requisitioned items.
•   Reviews MRP for demand of inventory items and issues PO accordingly.
•   Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers.
•   Interviews and confers with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation logistics, inventory control and management.
•   Ensures PO confirmation is received and reviewed for content and accuracy to meet the needs of the company.
•   Manages delivery of product to meet the company's needs (expedite/de-expedite).
•   Maintains all related documents and information electronically in Epicor both by way of attaching documents and completing memos on: PO, Quotes, Supplier communication, Jobs, etc.

Required Skills/Abilities:
•   Basic knowledge of Purchasing skills in a manufacturing environment. (MRP)
•   Personal computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office. Specifically, EXCEL
•   Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills.
•   Excellent organizational skills.

Education and Experience:
• Associate's degree or some college with emphasis in business administration, economics, and/or engineering preferred.
•   Experience with Epicor ERP system preferable.
•   ISM/APICS Certification a plus.
•   Knowledge of track lighting manufacturing environment is desirable.

View the full job description here.

Lighting Services Inc is a proud Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

If you are a dedicated purchasing professional who is ready to make a career move that you won’t regret, apply today!

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