Buyer

Job Duties:
Performs a range of expediting responsibilities such as reviewing purchase order expected receipt reports to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies; interfaces with vendors on past due deliveries and provides information to internal customers related to delivery dates and back orders; collects, inputs, maintains and reports purchase information, including revised delivery dates, using an automated procurement and financial system and other software applications.
Processes non-bid purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, non-professional, and minor construction services, in accordance with specifications and scopes of work to support operations. Contacts suppliers, negotiates pricing and terms and conditions, and issues purchase orders.
Investigates and corrects purchasing and invoicing discrepancies within the automated procurement and financial system.
Maintains and/or assists in the maintenance of purchase order files and records.
Performs other related Buyer job duties as required.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years relevant experience; or four years in an applicable classification in a related field.

Required Knowledge of:
Public purchasing policies and procedures; basic negotiation practices; and current office technology and equipment.

Required Skills and Abilities to:
Use word processing, spreadsheets, automated procurement systems; perform mathematical calculations; problem solve; prioritize and multi-task; communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work in a team environment; operate standard office equipment including computers and supporting applications; exercise sound judgment within established guidelines; research discrepancies and make sound determinations regarding their resolution; and prepare clear, concise and highly accurate records; and operate current office equipment including computers and supporting applications.

Experience in the following:
Draft and execute contracts, including standard POs, Blanket Agreements and Master Contracts, for materials, supplies, equipment, and services, including public works projects
Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions
Source materials, supplies, and equipment for warehouse inventory replenishment per specifications
Verify completeness and maintain contract documents and records for audit compliance
Monitor purchase order ETAs, coordinate timely delivery, expedite, and resolve exceptions
Analyze bid documents for accuracy, clarity, and completeness
Create and maintain records throughout the bid process for audit review
Personable, Team Player, Flexible, Multitask and handles pressure well.
Detail orient, Organized, Strong Written and Verbal Communication skills a must.

The hiring range for this position is $43.00 – $45.00 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity, and may also vary depending on candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience amongst other factors.

Harvest Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.