Procurement Buyer
CognITek Group - newark, NJ
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The procurement buyer position is to purchase goods and services, preparation and processing of contracts, leases, and procurement documents for a variety of equipment, materials, supplies, and services to support the needs of the company. DUTIESRESPONSIBILITIES:Place warehouse orders and ensure the timely replenishment of materials and equipment to support warehouse operations.Work with warehouse management to assist with maintaining optimal inventory values and quantities.Work closely with Operations (where necessary) to ensure that materials or services being ordered and delivered will fulfill all requirements.Manage internal customer expectations regarding timely execution of orders.Process Requisitions, Issue Request for Quotes, develop bid tabs, conduct negotiations and issue purchase orders.Participate in invoice reconciliation, RFQ management, system database review and regular inventory reporting.Create and monitor respective Supplier Continuous Improvement metrics focused on customer service, time delivery performance, claims, documentation issues, etc.Ensure operations has the most accurate and up to date pricing from respective suppliers for material and equipment.Use CRMERP System to support purchasing process and provide necessary business analytics to track and report purchasing pricing benefits and order fulfillment success.Develops and maintains relationships with wholesalers and suppliers.Participates in meetings and is routinely prepared to report progress towards respective strategic initiatives and corporate goals.Assesses financial risks of purchases and develops alternative suppliersWork with accounts payable to ensure that all prices, credits, and rebate programs are accurately reflected in the system.Work with procurement team members to ensure optimal material pricing and availability.Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIRED SKILLSABILITIES:Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.Highly Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.EDUCATION EXPERIENCE:Bachelors degree in Business, Economics, and or three plus (3+) years equivalent experience preferred.Two plus (2+) years of Residential Services industry experience preferred.
Created: 2024-11-17