Buyer

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Buyer for a contract opportunity in Lexington, KY.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

1-2 years experience

MS Excel

SAP

Data Entry

Active Secret Clearance

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization.

Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions.

Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.

Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records.

May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Accredited HSD/GED

WORK HOURS:

Full-Time

5/40 work schedule

1st Shift

Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.