Job Description
Professional Search Group (PSG) is seeking a Buyer/ Purchasing Agent to join the team. The Buyer selects parts for order, places orders, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews customer usage, forecasts, and success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Evaluates quotes, negotiates prices and terms for purchased parts and services. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains ERP system of vendor information. The successful candidate for this position has experience in the distribution industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Buys materials within cost estimate and delivered on time. Create and enter RFQ’s, PO’s and maintain purchase history within ERP system.
- Review MRP, sort by assigned vendor and utilize MRP along with B2B and historical data to ensure forecast /sales requirements are met.
- Reviews and verifies shipping documents by assigned vendor, tracking the international inbound containers.
- Monitor and challenge price increases received from vendors, maintain up to date and accurate pricing in the system. Inform upper management of any and all price increases within the week received.
- Review International vendor, freight, and customs invoices, verify price and terms before submitting to accounting and keep and open line of communication regarding payment schedules with vendors to ensure we receive product on time.
- Minimize inbound transit cost while ensuring on-time delivery.
- Be liaison with assigned vendors to ensure accurate communication of product specs and requirements. Track purchases, monitors vendor quality and return defective materials to suppliers.
- Work as a member of the company’s supply chain team on various projects.
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Proven working experience in similar role.
- Should be proficient in basic computer skills, ERP systems and MS package (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Understanding of procurement, shipment consolidation and logistics processes.
- Attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies.
- Mathematical and analytical skills.
- An individual that can work at a fast pace and under pressure in essential for this position.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and work independently or collaboratively.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Good time management skills.
- High school degree
- Associate (Preferred)Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)
APPLY FOR THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TODAY!
Donovan Aranda
Staffing Manager
562-378-0027
donovan.aranda@us-psg.com