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Buyer / Supply Manager

We would like you to consider bringing your talents to The Bell Group.

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Job Details:

Description:

  • The Buyer is responsible for the sourcing, quality, cost and operational impact of incoming inventory.
  • Manages vendor relationships to ensure efficient and cost-effective relationships regarding the purchasing and receipt of goods.
  • Collaborates with operational teams (receiving, packaging, returns, customer service and other Call Center teams) to develop agreements and process and quality standards for the handling of products.
  • Plans strategic buys on specific products (opportunity buys, blanket orders, etc.), specifically managing the vendor negotiation and operational impact of those purchases.
  • Analyzes purchasing reports to identify opportunity areas for cost reductions and operational cost containment.
  • Negotiates with vendors to achieve better cost structures, and works with internal stakeholders to reduce costs of handling products.
  • Sources products according to the specification of the Product Manager.


Qualifications:

  • Must be familiar with purchasing methods and procedures, techniques of specification, and contract writing.
  • Verbal and written communication skills and ability to perform arithmetic computations are essential.
  • Knowledge of purchasing laws required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and outside representatives necessary.
  • Position requires some training in finance, accounting or economics and at least two years of buying experience.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics or a closely related field, or CPIM certification, and/or qualifying experience of a purchasing nature is required.

The Reward.
The successful candidate will enjoy excellent benefits, competitive pay, a flexible
schedule and a fulfilling and rewarding work environment.

The Company.
Rio Grande, one of New Mexico's largest private companies, is a growing, 65-year-old
manufacturer/distributor with thousands of valued customers worldwide. We're a
principle-based company with a highly-evolved team-based environment where the
corporate hierarchy has been all but eliminated.

In addition to a unique work environment, we offer flexible hours and excellent benefits.
And to add to your quality of life, New Mexico offers magnificent scenery, rich culture
and art, excellent skiing and more than 320 days of sunshine a year!

Additional Information :

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