Merchandise Buyer jobs in Columbus, MS

Summary

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials and services from suppliers. The Buyer will assess the need for existing and new vendors. Facilitation and management of sound contracts and purchase orders and vendor relationships are critical to enable the operation to produce safe, quality, low cost tons and delivery on customers’ expectations. Responsible for ensuring the operation of the plant is accomplished in an environmentally responsible manner and in compliance with all Safety, Health and Environmental Policy.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and issue requests for quotations and request for bids
• Analyze, evaluate, qualify, and select suppliers
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Create and maintain purchase orders
• Identify, develop, and qualify alternative suppliers to ensure security of supply
• Manage internal and external relations, including the interface with external providers or other functions responsible to ensure that business needs are met

Qualifications

• College bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business or Engineering preferred and three years of relevant experience in a chemical or industrial environment
• Experience procuring chemicals, energy/utilities, packaging, maintenance & environmental services, capital materials and logistics is preferred
• SAP MM Modules (Proficient in the creation and maintenance of SAP contracts and Purchase Orders / Reporting on vendors and materials) required
• Microsoft Office, above average Word, Excel and Power Point skills preferred
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Problem solving and decision-making capability
• Attention to detail