Sparrow

Buyer

Sparrow Company - Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico

Job description: JOB SUMMARY:

Compiles information and records to prepare purchase orders for procurement of material by performing the following duties:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:Other duties may be assigned.

-Verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests.
-Searches inventory records of warehouse to determine if material on hand is in sufficient quantity.
-Consults catalog and interviews suppliers to obtain prices and specifications.
-Types or writes invitation of bid forms and mails forms to suppliers.
-Writes or types purchase order and sends copy to VP of Purchasing or responsible buyer for approval.
-Compiles records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries and inventories.
-Computes total cost of items purchased.
-Confers with suppliers concerning late deliveries.
-Verifies invoices from suppliers with bids and purchase orders and submits invoices to responsible buyer for approval.
-Ensures the accurate and timely preparation, processing, distribution, and retention of all necessary reports and records regarding Purchasing organization.
-Other duties may be assigned.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to read and interpret documents, bids, contracts, catalogs, and invoices.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, as well as Purchase Orders.
  • Computer proficiency.
  • Ability to use a ten key by touch, facsimile, and copier.
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Position requires minimal overnight domestic and international travel.


    KNOWLEDGE OF:
    Knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook). MRP Experience (MFG Pro preferred). Basic arithmetic – add, subtract, multiply and divide.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    High School Diploma or equivalent and/ or (2) years of related experience or four (4) years in assistant buyer or related position.
    Purchasing environment preferred.

 



Posted On: Friday, June 7, 2024
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