Buyer - united states, norfolk (nebraska)
buyer for omaha ne
essential job duties and responsibilities:
buyers are responsible for purchasing products, goods, and materials (stock and/or non-stock) that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. a buyer may be procuring product in support of distribution center, warehouse, an assigned client, and/or an assigned vendor.
• perform procurement activities to ensure the organization's current and anticipated demand for products and materials.
• review and approve assigned inventory forecasts produced by the gains application.
• review and approve daily replenishment recommendations produced by the gains application.
• assess existing orders to determine action for expediting or de-expediting for optimal delivery.
• place purchase requisitions and vendor orders.
• monitor the quality and timeliness of products and materials supplied; may coordinate the return of damaged goods and/or replacement items.
• negotiate and coordinate vendor returns for aging, expired, or excess inventory; coordinate other liquidation activities as required.
• follow-up on the status of purchase orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery; and communicate status of orders with internal and/or external customers.
• communicates with vendors to resolve problems with timeliness and product quality.
• maintain and cultivate relationships with one or more suppliers, vendors, internal or external customers.
• research and resolve account payables nonconformance with suppliers.
job qualifications:
bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., business, finance, etc.) or equivalent experience. 1+ years of experience in the field of procurement preferred. cpm certification preferred. other relevant experience includes:
• excellent customer service.*
*computer skills are needed.
• computer skills and aptitude to learn enterprise resource planning (erp) and inventory management applications; gains experience preferred.
• mathematical aptitude for basic calculations.
• self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• demonstrated strong attention to detail, organizational and execution skills.
• proficiency with ms-office products.
• strong verbal and written communication skills.
at adecco, we’re driven by a powerful purpose – making the future work for everyone – and we are fully committed to the job seekers, businesses, and communities we serve. we recognize that people are the most asset in the workforce, and we want to empower you to enhance your career in the immediate future and beyond. as the world’s largest provider of staffing solutions with more than 50 years of experience, adecco has the resources to help you be successful. we want you to love what you do. trust us to match you with opportunities that best suit your life, skills, and career goals.
equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled
the company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
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