Buyer jobs in Palmer, AK
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Field Buyer I General Administrative
- Builders FirstSource
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Kodiak, AK
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: Procures assigned products, materials, and services for the market, locations, inventory plan and networking capital objectives. Troubleshoots procurement issues and expedites orders to meet production and customer needs. Responsible for allocation and replenishment processes using inventory planning tools to determine quantities when needed. Able to maintain strong vendor, supplier, and location relationships. What You'll Do: Purchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors and suppliers to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery time. Assists in the evaluation of goods and services by analyzing competitor pricing strategies, researching trends and tracking orders. Ensures all products are received in condition consistent with original request or bid and resolves issues concerning materials and/or services at the department and vendor level. Coordinates returns and/or replacement of products and generates appropriate paperwork for inventory tracking and accounting purposes. Addresses customer service concerns from suppliers, field operations, and cross-functional departments Assists operations with sourcing specialty items, freight/carrier information, order status, and timely processing of orders. Maintains department files including those pertaining to vendors, bids, quotes, and other correspondence Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field One (1) year purchasing experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience What You Can Bring to the Team: Knowledge of material management and procurement function Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrate general understanding of inventory planning tools, ERP purchase to pay requirements, supply chain inventory planning concepts, inventory rebalancing to meet company inventory plans, and net working capital objectives Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships Good negotiating skills Ability to compose effective and efficient accounting reports Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP System, and inventory planning tools Work Environment / Physical Activity: Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. Occasional travel by car or plane may be required.
- 1 Month Ago
BUYER (Administrative Officer) - Range 14 / AMEA
- Municipality of Anchorage
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Anchorage, AK
FULL_TIME
- Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreem...
- 11 Days Ago
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Ramp Agent/Airline Support
- K2 Aviation
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Talkeetna, AK
- Job Description Job Description Ramp Agent/Airline Support TALKEETNA As a Ramp Agent your primary task is to fuel airpla...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Front Desk Agent/Reservation Specialist
- K2 Aviation
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Talkeetna, AK
- Job Description Job Description A typical day as a front desk agent will always start with having a friendly attitude. Y...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
DISHWASHER (TALKEETNA)
- Pursuit Collection
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Talkeetna, AK
- What perks can you expect?: / Competitive perks & wages / Referral and end-of-season bonus available / Access to iconic ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
SECURITY AGENT (TALKEETNA)
- Pursuit Collection
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Talkeetna, AK
- What perks can you expect?: / Competitive perks & wages / Referral and end-of-season bonus available / Access to iconic ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Palmer, Alaska
Palmer is located at 61°36′7″N 149°7′2″W / 61.60194°N 149.11722°W / 61.60194; -149.11722 (61.601879, −149.117351).
Palmer is 42 miles (68 km) northeast of Anchorage on the Glenn Highway. It lies on the north shore of the Matanuska River, not far above tidewater, in a wide valley between the Talkeetna Mountains to the north and the Chugach Mountains to the south and east. Pioneer Peak rises over 6,000 feet (1,800 m) above the town, just a few miles south. East of Palmer is Lazy Mountain, and standing behind that is Matanuska Peak. Lazy Mountain, Matanuska Peak, and Pioneer Peak are all a pa...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Buyer jobs
$72,108 to $91,514
Palmer, Alaska area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago
were up 2.8% from a year ago
What does a Buyer do?
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Review supplies, works and services to ensure compliance with company procedures and best procurement practice.
December 19, 2022
Create and review statement of need, market research, brand name justification, and independent government cost estimate documents for past, current, and upcoming procurements.
December 29, 2022
Organize/coordinate, analyze/interpret, problem solve, plan, communicate, prepare written communications, access to laboratory and GMP areas may be required.
January 29, 2023
Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
February 16, 2023
Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions.
March 17, 2023
Provide outstanding customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
April 09, 2023
Interact with various stakeholders to identify business needs, build relationships and sell the features and benefits of early procurement involvement.
April 25, 2023
Manage preparation, implementation and execution of procurement processes.
May 08, 2023
Implement proactive problem solving and improvements that allow more efficient data entry, within pre-established parameters.
May 17, 2023
Participate in the invoice approval process to ensure that supplier invoices are in accordance with purchase order terms and conditions, and resolve issues as necessary.
May 20, 2023