Job Description
Job description
Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location : Columbus, MS 39701, USA
Employment Type : Full-time (Exempt) | Onsite (No hybrid or remote options)
Salary: Up to $70-$90k (depending on experience)
Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Negotiate with vendors for goods and services, securing the best price, quality, and
service.
- Negotiate blanket purchase orders and monitor vendor performance.
- Develop and recommend new supply sources when needed.
- Review bids and recommend contract awards.
- Establish account/credit terms and conditions.
- Collaborate with the Receiving Department to ensure proper material arrival.
- Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Work with Production and Vendors to establish recovery plans as necessary.
- Adhere to environmental and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with
applicable laws.
- Develop and follow quality procedures and guidelines.
- Comply with corporate policies on business ethics, conflicts of interest, and
information disclosure.
- Complete special projects and compile reports as required.
- Support the Supply Chain Manager as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience with Great Plains software or similar systems.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work,