Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Create purchase orders/ repair orders for accuracy and conformance with established policies and procedures.
• Obtain oral and/or written quotations from Suppliers; document competitive bidding.
• Expedite orders if necessary; notify department of the expected delivery date and follow up on back orders.
• Search out alternate Suppliers to establish competition and to help minimize material shortages and stock outages.
• Produce customer material status reports for outstanding material.
• Managing and measuring supplier performance including cost, quality and turn time.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:  

• High School diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• Minimal experience required – 0-2 years.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Entry level purchasing/procurement experience
• Ability to negotiate
• Must have excellent follow-up and organizational skills
• Quantum experience a plus
• Purchasing clerk should be skilled in verbal and written communication

Qualifications