Buyer, Business

Title: Buyer

Department: Purchasing

Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Classification: Exempt

• Collaborate with department leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable solutions
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers and manufacturers
• Prepare and process purchase
• Ensures purchase order accuracy
• Resolve issues with vendors, contractors, and suppliers
• Performs other duties assigned

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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
• Understanding of business and management principles
• Understanding of material and supplies used in the company
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and SAGE software.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field preferred
• Two years’ experience in purchasing
• Manufacturing environment preferred

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Technibus offers standing desk options to combat prolonged sitting
• Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility

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IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors – work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team‑work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.

• Health & dental insurance
• Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long‑term)
• Vacation and holidays
• 401k

• Commitment to Excellence – Consistently exceeds expectations.
• Honesty and Integrity – Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
• Safety – Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.
• Respect – Honor the rights of all involved.
• Communication – Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.
• Employee Satisfaction – Create employee opportunities for growth and development.
• Innovation and Creativity – Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.
• Resiliency – No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.
• Teamwork – Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.

All positions require customer focus with a service‑oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in‑house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES:
Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency‑represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.

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