Buyer

Position Summary:

The Buyer works directly with vendors in the placing of purchase orders. In addition, will assist buying group members in the growth of SKU’s, maintaining the catalog and in development of weekly specials.

Reasonable Accommodations

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

· Represent TopRx in negotiating purchases with suppliers.

· Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders using BlueRidge Global supply replenishment system.

· Set up new item numbers as needed.

· Participate in the development of specifications for products and/ or substitute items materials.

· Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.

· Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise cost.

· Assist with the solicitation and response to supplier short-dated product offerings.

· Assist in the research and completion of purchasing help desk requests.

· Assist the buying team members in the development of SKU growth.

· Assist and facilitate the processing of item special order requests.

· Work with suppliers on expediting delivers and product out of stock and backorders.

· Cross train with other members of the Procurement team to have functional knowledge of all positions.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

· Dependability and willingness to accommodate work schedule.

· Strong sales orientation with an internal drive to want to do better each day.

· Ability to fulfill customers’ needs while following company policies and procedures.

· Skilled in data analysis and sales statistics.

· Advanced Excel knowledge

· Utilization of the available time given to organize and complete assignments within a given timeline.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and effectively convey complex or technical information at the executive level.

· Demonstrate a self-confident approach to complete work assignment or defend a position or idea.

· Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of a product, service, or idea.

· Portray flexible and multi-tasking abilities.

· Strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills.

· Actively listen, attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

· Accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

· Ability to resolve conflict with others in a professional manner.

· Goal oriented with the desire to perform to the best of his/her ability.

· Adept problem solver and show the ability to think quickly.

Skills and Abilities

Education: Bachelor’s degree; or work experience; Preferred a combination of education and experience.

Experience: Three+ years of experience as a Buyer in a Procurement Department.

Computer Skills: Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of products including Excel, Word, and Outlook; must possess the ability to learn and master computer systems used within the company daily (working knowledge of AS400 a plus).

Other Skills: Strategic thinking, strong communication skills, ability