Buyer I

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Why Solotech?

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The Buyer I will be responsible for purchasing products according to clients needs and system recommendations, tracking orders, developing lasting business relationships and negotiating prices and rebates with suppliers.

Your day will look like this:

• Purchase equipment, materials, supplies and services through strategically selected suppliers or vendors.
• Validate prices against the market to ensure items are purchased at the most favorable terms for the organization.
• Create and carry out follow-ups on Purchase Orders (PO), invoices as well as credit or discounts and negotiate returns management with suppliers, as required.
• Track purchases, monitor vendor quality, and maintain a current database of vendor information.
• Forecast purchases of certain materials or equipment and assign raw material needs for orders.
• Qualify vendors, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices and terms for purchased goods and services while constantly looking for new products and/or suppliers.
• Negotiate strategically and continuously for rebates, discounts and credit with suppliers.
• Continuously improve the purchasing and inventory process according to the needs of the company and participate in projects related to the purchasing department.
• Work closely with accounts payable to ensure correct match between invoices and PO and that all available vendor credits are correctly applied before payment.
• Maintain good relationships and strong partnerships with customers/suppliers.
• Participate in the management of performance indicators of the purchasing, logistics and inventory department.
• Ensure compliance with the company's procurement policies and guidelines with suppliers.
• Perform any other related duties required by the position.

Your profile:

• An undergraduate degree in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management is highly desired.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in Procurement and Purchasing or equivalent experience in another related field is an asset.
• Audiovisual industry experience considered an asset.
• Experience in a global company is an asset.
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Teamwork oriented
• Good ability to prioritize within tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to solve problems
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Good understanding and knowledge of ERP, MRP systems
• Knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Physical Requirements:

This is not an all-inclusive list but is intended to give an overview of the requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:

• Continually: Sit, walk, speak, and hear
• Continually: Type, write, and read
• Occasionally: Stand, carry, lift push and reach up to 15 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Time will be spent in an office setting.
• Work hours may vary depending on deadlines and the needs of the Company.
• Typical workweeks are the standard 40 hours.
• Environment may be fast paced

Our offer to you:

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off & referral program

Solotech is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V