Buyer I (AgriBusiness), Employment, career opportunity in USA

Job Title:  Buyer I  (AgriBusiness)
organisation:     Rock Springs, WY
Location:    Wyoming,Iowa USA
Deadline:  9th  Sept  2013
Job Id 1453

Job Overview:

The buyer is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and for purchasing supplies or items to replenish those inventory levels. This position will organize and assess bids and represent the company in the acquisition of goods and services required to assure on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

- Orders goods and services per requisitions supplied by authorized requestors
- Follows requisition process pursues lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need
- Ensures compliance to contractual agreements that may be in place for said goods/services
- Works with vendors and suppliers on a daily basis
- Maintains supplier contracts and ensures that the company is paying appropriate prices
- Negotiates contracts

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required
- Two plus years related experience and/or training
- Computer and procurement information system (JDE preferred) proficiency required
- Must demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Requires strong analytical abilities
- Ability to thrive working in a team environment and maintain a positive attitude

Salary: PG 39

Location:

Rock Springs is located in scenic Wyoming with a wide variety of landscapes from high desert plains to colorful canyons and majestic mountains.
The largest city in Sweetwater County, Rock Springs is located in an energy-rich region where natural resources around the area are the driving force behind the city’s economy.
Miles of high desert adventure offer excellent recreation opportunities, affordable housing and a variety of cultural activities to choose from.

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