Buyer II

Rapid Packaging has an exciting new opportunity for a Buyer II to become part of our energetic and dedicated Purchasing team.

The Buyer II plays a key role in leading the procurement of domestic goods and services, supporting the company’s operational and strategic needs. This position is responsible for identifying and evaluating vendors, managing the RFQ process, negotiating favorable terms, and acquiring products and services that align with business requirements. This role balances cost effectiveness with high quality standards, works closely with suppliers to build strong, long‑term relationships, and ensures accurate inventory management.

This role also ensures all procurement activities align with budgetary guidelines and the company’s overall strategic objectives.

• Order and Maintain Inventory:
  Ensure appropriate inventory levels for customer requests.
• Product Information and Pricing:
  Obtain details on products, prices, lead times, and specifications.
• Vendor Source List:
  Maintain an updated list of approved alternate suppliers in the P21 (MRP system). Evaluate and engage alternative vendors to improve cost-effectiveness and service quality.
• Vendor Relationships:
  Cultivate strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely communication and address product or supply issues.
• Quotations and Customer Service:
  Prepare and communicate product quotations for customer service and sales.
• Project Management:
  Handle multiple purchasing-related projects concurrently.
• Vendor Credits and Replacements:
  Collaborate closely with vendors and suppliers regarding credits and product replacements.
• Vendor
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Continuously engage with new and existing vendors to enhance the company’s competitive edge.
• Due Date Updates:
  Communicate any changes in due dates promptly.
• Vendor Pricing:
  Maintain accurate vendor pricing information in P21.
• Dormant Inventory:
  Manage dormant inventory items effectively.
• Cross‑train with supply chain team to ensure operational coverage.
• Data Updates:
  Regularly update item forecasts, vendor lead times, item substitutes, and replenishment methods.
• Corrective Action Forms:
  Keep Corrective Action forms up to date and track them monthly.
• Process Improvement:
  Develop best‑in‑class purchasing processes and lead their implementation within the team.
• Alternate Suppliers:
  Continuously explore viable alternate suppliers meeting quality and reliability requirements.
• Vendor Scorecard Reviews:
  Lead vendor scorecard review meetings.
• Market
  
  Conditions:
  
  Evaluate the current market landscape. Understand trends, competitors, and any external factors that might impact your product or service.
• Training:
  Train fellow purchasing associates on existing best practices and system functionality.
• Customer and Vendor Returns Procedures:
  Develop, enhance, and implement effective procedures for handling customer and vendor returns. Ensure streamlined processes to manage returns efficiently.
• Ad Hoc Strategic Projects:
  Provide support for ad‑hoc strategic projects as needed. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Staff and Management Meetings:
  Attend staff and management level meetings as necessary. Active participation in discussions and decision‑making processes.
• Miscellaneous Tasks:
  Perform other miscellaneous tasks as required by management representatives. Adaptability and flexibility in handling diverse responsibilities.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related major, preferably with three plus years of supplies purchasing experience; or equivalent work and supplies purchasing related experience.
• Knowledge of industry and related products helpful.
• Product/Category/Commodity Management Experience.
• Extensive experience working in a team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software and other spreadsheet applications.
• Exposure to computer software such as accounting, purchasing, MRP systems, or order processing is preferred.
• Epicor Prophet 21 experience is preferred.
• Crystal Reports and/or Business Analyzer experience is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to read and interpret purchasing…