Buyer (50913)

The Buyer will work under close supervision, this position assists in purchasing materials, supplies, and services at favorable terms for the organization. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. The entry-level position works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Problems are not typically difficult or complex. Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

Reporting directly to the Materials Manager, this position is based in Parsons, Tennessee*.

Major Accountability:

• Obtains goods/services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.) and Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.).
• Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Pricing/Terms Negotiation, Order Processing, Contract Administration, Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Identifies, researches, and evaluates suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. 
• Recognizes and evaluates sales, promotional campaigns, and other opportunities to secure reduced prices. 
• Assesses supplier's products to ensure they that they comply with specifications and meets the organization's quality standards. 
• Analyzes and evaluates supplier bids, tenders, proposals, or quotations; negotiates prices and delivery conditions; and commits to purchases (within established limits of authority) with terms that are in the organization's best interest. 
• Interprets inventory requests, production schedules, purchase requisitions, orders, and other documents to co-ordinate purchasing activities in view of current and anticipated demand for goods and materials. 
• Monitors the quality and timeliness of materials and goods supplied; follows up the status of purchase orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery; and communicates status of orders with internal customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with up to two years’ experience in Supply Chain or General Business, in lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum four years’ experience in supply chain or general business. 
• Microsoft Office experience is required; Microsoft Excel and Oracle experience are preferred. 
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required, by company policy.

Our Benefits:

We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That’s why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• Competitive wage
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) 
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday Pay opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Basic Life Insurance
• Leave Program
• Employee Events and more…

*Kolpak is dedicated to ensuring confidence in the future of food service businesses and operations. Since 1969, Kolpak has manufactured quality, reliable, and efficient walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigeration that protects our customers’ products and promises they need to deliver, both today and for years to come. Our commitment to the industry and our customers has made Kolpak a leading global brand. The Kolpak facility is centrally located between Memphis and Nashville, just off I-40 on the beautiful Tennessee River in Parsons, TN. Kolpak, a Welbilt brand, is a division of Ali Group. 

For more information about Kolpak, visit www.kolpak.com.

Kolpak is an equal opportunity employer, as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.