Buyer
Position Summary:
Responsible for the timely planning and scheduling of receipt and inventory control of finished goods, raw materials, and supplies; import shipment handling and other purchasing department administrative tasks.
Job Responsibilities:
· General Purchasing Department duties - create purchase orders, data entry, send orders to factories, expedite orders based on need
· Forecast levels of demand for products to meet the business needs and keep a constant check on stock levels
· Consider best price, quality, availability, and reliability when purchasing products
· Manage communication for purchase orders with vendors
· Import shipment tracking, including coordination of transportation logistics with factories, truckers and freight forwarders for incoming and outgoing shipments
· Process of all paperwork and shipping documents for all incoming shipments
· Expedite inbound containers and maintain a database tracking incoming shipments
· Provide detailed information to Customer Service, Warehouse and/or Sales regarding incoming shipments, including any delays or issues
Skills & Qualifications / Experience:
· At least 2 years of experience in international/domestic purchasing, preferred in related electronic components industry
· Knowledge of import/export, logistics, and Macola ERP systems or other ERP systems
· High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), strong Excel required
· Excellent written and verbal communication with high level of professionalism
· Analytical and decision making skills
· Strong negotiation and customer service skills
· Exceptional organizational, follow-up, and attention to detail skills
· Ability to understand complex reports, purchase orders, and invoices
· Ability to multitask and take on multiple projects
· Self-starter with ability to work and produce independently
· Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred