Lead Buyer

Essential Job Functions:

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

Minimum:

High school diploma or GEDAbility to read, write and communicate in English Ability to lift 25 poundsUS work authorization

Preferred:2 years of procurement experience
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