Buyer

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team in Pineville, Louisiana. The Buyer / Purchasing Agent is responsible for executing purchase orders, managing supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support operational and project needs. This role works cross-functionally with Project Management, Warehouse Operations, and the Proposal team to maintain efficient procurement processes and resolve supply chain issues.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Business Insight
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Courage
• Instills Trust
• Manages Ambiguity

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute and manage purchase orders in alignment with project and operational requirements
• Monitor order status, expedite deliveries, and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time performance
• Resolve material shortages, overages, and discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and suppliers
• Investigate and address supplier-related issues, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records within Epicor, utilizing the Buyer’s Workbench
• Collaborate with Project Management to align purchasing activities with project schedules and priorities
• Support Warehouse Operations by ensuring accurate deliveries and resolving receiving issues
• Partner with the Proposal department to provide pricing, lead times, and sourcing support during bid development
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to support quality, cost, and delivery objectives
• Manage supplier blanket orders and contract agreements, including pricing, volume commitments, and renewal coordination
• Work cross-functionally with Accounts Payable (AP) to resolve invoicing discrepancies, pricing issues, and payment-related concerns

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required

• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience working in a manufacturing or project-based environment
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and vendor management
• Familiarity with NCR processes and quality issue resolution