Buyer

About the Opportunity:

The Buyer role guides and participates in the procurement process, supporting various departments across projects including facilities improvements, construction, and product production. This remote position requires multitasking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement and sourcing of goods and services for operations.
• Work with end-users to ensure requirements and specifications are aligned.
• Facilitate bid requests and bid awards.
• Investigate market conditions for goods and services.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain the greatest value.
• Review bid proposals with end-users to determine awards based on analytical data.
• Interview suppliers to gather information on products, services, and performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement activities align with operations scheduling and expedite when necessary.
• Maintain records and utilize ERP for data retrieval to manage materials processes.
• Participate in on-call rotation within the purchasing team.
• Develop reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and present information to various groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum five years of experience or training in purchasing, procurement, or related fields.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to calculate basic figures such as proportions, percentages, area, volume, pressure, density, and capacity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in industries such as mining or manufacturing.
• ISM Certification.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and handle abstract and concrete variables.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
• 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match.
• Family-friendly work schedules supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunity for growth through a career path program.

Schedule and Work Environment:

• 9/80 schedule: Monday to Thursday (9-hour days), Fridays worked (8-hour day) with every other Friday off; schedule subject to change.
• Indoor, temperature-controlled office environment.
• Moderate noise levels typical of a business office.
• Safety attire and personal protective equipment required when applicable.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting and hearing over two-thirds of work time.
• Standing, walking, using hands, reaching, climbing, and stooping under one-third of work time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for up to one-third of work time.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and high or precarious places under one-third of work time.
• Pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug test required prior to placement.

Key skills/competency:

• Procurement management
• Supplier negotiation
• Sourcing strategy
• Contract management
• ERP systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Market analysis
• Project support
• Communication skills
• Analytical data interpretation