Merchandise Buyer selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Organizational Background
Columbia Grain International, LLC is a full-service grain and pulses company headquartered in Portland, OR. We own and operate over 60 facilities such as grain elevators and processing plants across WA, ID, MT, NE, and ND to deliver a wide variety of grains, pulses, and oilseeds to a diverse and wide-ranging number of markets both domestically and internationally.
At all levels of our organization, the employees of Columbia Grain represent some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. The partnerships that Columbia Grain employees have with the farmers and communities surrounding our facilities has created relationships that have lasted for years and given us the ability to consistently produce high quality products to take to market.
Position Description
The Buyer is primarily responsible for procuring (negotiating, buying) and contract management for pulses and grains from local farmers. This includes assurance that procurement is done to maximize returns while maintaining competitive pricing, managing transactions to follow Columbia Grain and customer risk management strategies, ensuring locations do not run out of product, and establishing long-term relationships with suppliers. The Buyer will work with team members to accomplish operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience
Benefits Offered
Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.
Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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