Buyer - Procurement Clerk

Buyer - Procurement Clerk will report to the Procurement Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procures a wide variety of supplies, equipment, materials, goods, and services on behalf of the company
• Performs these functions within the guidelines and procedures established through either written or verbal instructions using company authorized software
• Processes requests for quotes (RFQ)
• Negotiates with vendors for best price/delivery/payment terms where appropriate
• Verifies budgets and assigns proper cost codes
• Maintains accurate purchasing and inventory records
• Assists accounting department with purchasing discrepancies that arise
• Maintains existing vendor relationships in conjunction with Purchasing Manager
• Reports to the Purchasing Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with emphasis in office work including purchasing responsibilities
• Proficient math skills
• Above average communication skills
• MS Office and general computer software knowledge – ERP systems are a plus
• Ability to work varying shifts and hours including: possible mandatory overtime, weekends, nights and holidays
• Ability to work respectively and respectfully with others and work independently
• Ability to complete designated amount of work in a specified time frame (quality jobs per day), adjusting work assignments or schedules to meet changing work-related priorities or demands
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as may be encountered in warehouses and storage units.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds

BAI Connect is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with BAI Connect is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.