Buyer

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Responsible to the Department Managers for the procurement of parts/materials and the proper documentation of work order folders. Given the responsibility and authority to perform assigned duties.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information; contacts departments to clarify or complete information; determines method to process the requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing contracts and/or competitive bidding.

Identifies and selects vendor to procure required supplies and/or materials, based on price, quantity, quality and delivery, and places the orders.

Identifies requesting departments needs and develops specifications for supplies and/or equipment.

Assists departments in creating requisitions, and orders, and solves problems with orders.

Prepares bid specifications, issues bid requests, and reviews quotations.

Resolves purchasing problems between department and vendor.

Assists Materials Manger with negotiations and/or more technical purchases as requested.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and vendors.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Knowledge for purchasing practices and procedures.

Must have knowledge of Internet Software, Inventory software, Order processing systems, Spreadsheet Software and word Processing Software. ASI/AS 400 experience a plus.

Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

MIN: $22-$28

**Please note that the salary range information is only applicable to California. This range is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role based on the position's responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's specific experience, education, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RBC Lubron Bearing Systems, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School

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