Buyer
Company: Prince Corporation
Location: Racine
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary/Objective Maintains the warehouse stock levels by
analyzing demand, preparing and forwarding purchase orders;
verifies receipt of items; authorizes payment. Coordinates with
outside vendors to maintain accurate item information.
Additionally, coordinates direct shipments between outside vendors
and customers. Buyer may be assigned to one of several division
managers, but must be able to work across all areas of the
purchasing department as needed.Essential FunctionsReasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.Responsible for purchasing the
complete lines for the division vendors, keeping inventory levels
within the division goal, while maintaining a minimum 98% fill rate
on stock A & B items and minimize slow moving inventory.Responsible
for reviewing all invoice issues to identify root cause in order to
make corrections in a timely manner as needed by
accounting.Investigate issues such as shortages and damage from
receiving product to identify any adjustments that are needed.
Report and collaborate with vendors to resolve and request
credits.Coordinate any Drop Shipment quoting and
processing.Coordinate all traffic requirements with
dispatch.Responsible for maintaining Warehouse " X" for damaged and
returned items for the Division's assigned Vendors.Process monthly
requests to receive credit for Damaged and Defective merchandise
from vendors.Assist manager as needed with system maintenance of
all types for assigned vendors to ensure all information is
accurate and completed in a timely manner.Prepare inventory needs
based on monthly promotional sheets and packets from Marketing, as
needed.Participant in any ad-hoc activity on an as needed
basisCompetenciesKnowledgeable in Microsoft Office products with
emphasis in ExcelMust excel in logical and analytical Math
skillsAbility to meet deadlines in a timely manner.Ability to work
safely.Have professional and courteous phone skills at all
times.Ability to work in an efficient manner.Ability to communicate
effectively with all members of the company to ensure proper
exchange of information.Must be able to read and write and
communicate fluently in English.Must be able to maintain a high
level of accuracy.Must have excellent organizational skills.Must
have excellent problem-solving skills.Must be able to multi-task
with high efficiency.Knowledge in AS400, Inventory Management
software and query a plus.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position
has no supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentThere are no
hazards in performing this position. Some heavy lifting up to 50
pounds may be required. This position works from our Marshfield,
Wisconsin office.Physical DemandsThis position may require some
heavy lifting. The employee is required to sit for long periods of
time.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time
position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, first shift, 40
hours per week.TravelTravel seldom required.Required Education and
ExperienceProficient at Microsoft Office programs with an in-depth
knowledge in Microsoft Excel required.Associate or Bachelor's
Degree in Business, Marketing, Procurement, Finance or related
field preferred or equivalent experience of 3+ or more
years.Advanced Math Skills, accounting basics.Excellent
interpersonal skills on the phone and in personAbility to resolve
complex problemsStrong organizational skillsKnowledge in AS400,
Inventory Management software and query a plus.Other DutiesDuties,
responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or
without notice.
Keywords: Prince Corporation, Racine , Buyer, Other , Racine, Wisconsin
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