Lead Buyer

Job Details

Job Location:

Bridgeport, WV 26330

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Job Category:
Non DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized and have the ability to multi-task
• Must possess normal dexterity and be able to lift and move heavy items
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Position requires frequent sitting and some walking, standing, climbing
• Receive and track non-product procurement orders
• Create Request for Purchase (RFP) and obtain approvals
• Create Purchase Orders to authorized vendors
• Direct purchase order to vendor
• Manage and maintain vendor relationships
• Maintain accounts with Vallen/CDW/HAAS/Uline/Boeing/Univar for direct orders
• Direct /Monitor fuel orders
• Work with Non-Product Storeroom to maintain chemical inventory
• Research/request quotes from multiple vendors to ensure best pricing
• Create multiple Blanket Purchases Orders annually/Close out previous years Blanket Purchase Orders
• Maintain Vendor Contact List
• Work directly with Finance to clear invoices through work cycle and GRIR Report
• Ensures proper approval of all new chemicals are obtained(EMOC through Pratt Quality)
• Ensures all non-product requests are for approved items through Pratt Quality
• Resolve issues as necessary
• Work overtime when necessary to meet customer needs
• Obtain proper Certificates of Conformance when applicable

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• US work authorization

• 2 years of procurement experience