Buyer​/Purchasing

Buyer/Purchasing 2 - (117213-1) Alpharetta, GA 12 months

Summary:

The main function of a buyer is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical buyer is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization. A purchasing agent is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment.

• Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
• Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes.

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
• Knowledge of supply chain management.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Years of experience: 2-4 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, operations, finance, or closely related experience.
• Do you accept internships as job experience:
  Yes, relevant procurement or supply chain internships may count toward experience when combined with demonstrated hands‑on purchasing responsibilities.
• Comparable backgrounds:
  Indirect Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Buyer/Planner, Sourcing Specialist, MRO Buyer, Supply Chain Analyst, or Operations Buyer.

This indirect buyer will support the Alpharetta EPD Plant by purchasing non‑production goods and services needed to keep plant operations, maintenance, facilities, tooling, safety, and business support activities moving. The role will convert approved requisitions into accurate purchase orders, obtain competitive quotes, confirm delivery dates, resolve invoice and receipt issues, and maintain clear communication with internal requestors and suppliers.

The buyer will work closely with Procurement, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Finance/Accounts Payable, and approved suppliers. Key work includes indirect material and service purchases, urgent plant requirements, supplier follow‑up, open‑order management, pricing validation, and issue resolution.

Ensure the plant receives the right goods and services, at the right price and timing, with accurate documentation and compliance to purchasing requirements.

Backfill capacity needed to provide consistent ownership of indirect purchasing activity, supplier follow‑up, and timely support for plant requirements.

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