Job Details
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Purchasing
Job Description
Role Summary:
Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the
organization. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for
purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and
maintains a current database of vendor information.
Scope of the Position:
Buyer will be located at the Huntsville, AL site. This position requires <10% travel.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities expected of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Maintain buying and selling standards for products
Monitor Inventory Levels
Maintain Inventory Levels so that they remain consistent with Company goals and Customer needs
Negotiate programs and pricing with Vendors
Track Vendor orders until they arrive at WLC
Resolve shipping errors (damage, incorrect quantities, etc.)
Create and track Supplier Returns
Review Vendor confirmations to ensure correct quantities, items, and pricing
Communicate with Inventory Specialist to facilitate Inventory Adjustments
Attend all relevant meetings
Participate in scheduled Full Inventory Events
Communicate with Accounts Payable when Vendor invoices are in conflict with our Stock Receipts
Maintain Item Descriptions in BisTrack
Communicate to Sales when we add, delete, or change SKU’s
Our mission: To build a successful company that upholds Christlike principles and inspires people to grow
Position Qualifications:
- Proven Experience as a Buyer role
- Working Knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Analytical mindset
- Ability to understand and work with all Departments within the Company
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- College degree in related field is preferred
- 1-4 years’ experience as a Buyer or related field
- Sit, Stand, frequently
- Adapt to various environments including production
job related duties as requested by management.