Buyer (Memphis)

Memphis area specialty chemicals manufacturing company, which provides excellent benefits, needs a Senior Buyer, MRO Buyer, or Purchasing Agent. This job is primarily one as an MRO Buyer. You will be responsible for the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, and services necessary for the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations in the company.

The selected candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment, with a history of success in purchasing, sourcing, and supply chain management. From time to time, you will also buy raw materials, equipment, supplies and services necessary for production.

• Identify and foster good relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Submit Requests for Proposal, examine bids.
• Research suppliers and negotiate prices and contracts
• Manage inventory and ensure stock availability to minimize downtime
• Audit vendors for delivery and quality performance
• Enforce standards and oversee indirect spending management
• Resolve invoice issues, price adjustments, credits, working with accounts payable and vendors.
• Develop alternate sources that minimize risk to the company

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