Jr. Buyer (Port Arthur, TX)

Jr. Buyer

Jr. Buyer needs 3-5 years Procurement experienceJr. Buyer requires Previous experience of working in a purchasing team Good knowledge of purchasing negotiation commercial understanding and cost breakdown Experience of working closely with suppliers Good computer skills in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff stakeholders and suppliers Good communication negotiation interpersonal and influencing skills Analytical numerically astute with strong problem-solving abilities Able to manage time effectively prioritize tasks and achieve set targets Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production manufacture and customer order fulfillment Able to work well under pressure Keen attention to detail and accuracy Supplier management and rationalization skills Jr. Buyer duties Support the Materials and Procurement team in all tasks Assist the team in data collection on supplier performance Submit RFQs to suppliers Support Controller in invoicing activities Understand and deliver to stakeholder requirements Produce and maintain information on supplier non-conformance as well as Expedite past due orders Support the procurement team in undertaking due diligence of suppliers and ensure that new suppliers are recorded and registered on business systems Work with clients across the business to analyze demand and assist in the specification of goods and services to be supplied Develop