Buyer

Department: Sourcing/Purchasing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: North Kingstown, RI

Reporting To: Brian Boucher

Compensation: $55,000 - $770,000 / year

Description

What You Will Do

• Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
• Selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Maintaining records of all purchasing-related transactions. 
• Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries to support production schedules. 
• Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.
• Work with Accounts Payable Department on resolving invoice discrepancies. 
• Monitor market trends and conditions for products used by ASC. 
• Perform other related duties as directed by Purchasing and Procurement Manager. 

What You Will Have

• Minimum of AS Degree in Business or related field.  
• MRP experience a plus.  Knowledge of Infor Manufacturing systems a plus.
• At least two years of clerical\purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail,
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to learn purchasing procedures and policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Excel proficiency required.