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Maintains on-going relationships with suppliers by securing bids and placing purchase orders. \n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nPurchases specifically assigned products by contacting vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, availability, and delivery date.\nNegotiates prices and terms with vendors/suppliers within budgetary limitations and scope of authority following company purchasing policies and procedures. \nImplements inventory control strategies as set forth by the company, including management of inventory turns and physical inventory requirements. \nConducts competitive price comparisons by keeping abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise.\nIdentifies overstock items and looks for ways to reduce quantities that are beneficial to the company. \nNegotiates settlements on rejected or defective items. \nProvides feedback on pricing of items based on established pricing strategies.\nDevelops and maintains strategic vendor relationships through management of the overall strategy for sourcing materials to create a sustainable competitive advantage, increase ROIC, and ensure efficiency, sales, and profitability targets are met. \nDevelops and establishes new and existing vendor relationships, both domestic and import.\nDevelops category strategies and long-range sourcing plans for key categories that optimize value delivery from suppliers. \nMeasures and reviews supplier performance and leads supplier continuous improvement programs ensuring suppliers meet quality requirements and applicable regulatory requirements. \nCommunicates market fluctuations and any related commodities problems. \nProvides functional advice to less experienced buyers when necessary. \nPrepares required information regarding purchasing impact on financial reporting and assist in financial statement preparation. \nOther duties as assigned.\n\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nPotential to supervisor assigned team members and provides guidance to less-experienced buyers on their team. \n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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