[ref. a50717904] Purchaser

We are excited to bring a Purchaser on board in our Brockport, New York location. This role is crucial to our operations in the electric industry where you will be focused on handling day-to-day purchasing, managing pricing and contract negotiations, and maintaining efficient sourcing processes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring that all purchases are made in accordance with company policy.
• Conduct pricing and contract negotiations with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Accurately enter and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP system.
• Source materials and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement a tool crib tracking and inventory control process to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Process customer credit applications accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate customer credit records.
• Resolve customer inquiries timely and professionally.
• Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software for various purchasing tasks.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing role or a similar capacity
• Proficiency in Chef, Enterprise Resource Planning, Epicor, ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning, and ERP Solutions is required
• Familiarity with About Time, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), and Buying Processes
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Must be a team player with the ability to work independently when needed
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and purchasing best practices
• Familiarity with negotiating and networking is a plus
• Experience with budgeting and risk management
• Should have the ability to adapt to new technologies and systems quickly.