Purchasing Buyer

Purchasing Specialist

Applies sound purchasing principles, practices and techniques to position, working independently with minimal supervision. Negotiates prices, terms and conditions, issues purchase orders and contracts with strategic sources, expedites orders, reviews supplier performance, organizes and coordinates work flow under the guidance of Purchasing Management. Communicates purchase specifications, drawings, etc. to suppliers as required for specific purchases. Works with suppliers to correct deficiencies in purchased goods and services.

Screens suppliers, including interviewing salespersons promptly and courteously and visiting suppliers to analyse facilities and capabilities. Corresponds tactfully with suppliers to resolve misunderstandings, complaints and rejections. Determines the most expeditious means to maximize service, lowest cost of ownership, specifications, tooling, documentation, scheduling and other areas of opportunity with suppliers. Works with all levels of employees to assist and counsel on Purchasing procedures and requirements.

Negotiates individually or with cross-functional teams to obtain optimal results using tact and good interpersonal skills. Ongoing internal and external contacts including: by phone, personal interview or written correspondence in obtaining quotations, negotiating prices, terms and conditions, credit/returns, expediting deliveries and replacement orders. Audits purchase requisitions, determines appropriate order quantities and price breaks and selects proper shipping methods.