Location: Must live in Tampa Bay, FL area / Hybrid
Department: Purchasing
Position Summary:
Trulieve is seeking a charismatic, self-motivated buyer to purchase various commodities. As a buyer for the organization, the buyer will research, evaluate, and buy products to meet our daily operational needs.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements.
Negotiate and manage long term pricing agreements on critical commodities
Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates and prices, and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required
Seek new suppliers based on best price, quality, availability, reliability, and customer support
Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completeness
Issue bid requests to several potential vendors and suppliers
Resolve receiving error issues in database
Maintain accuracy of Item Master data within SAP, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, thorough purchase order data, etc.
Update Purchase Orders with current delivery information
Coordinate Product Change Notification Process
Develop relationships with suppliers to resolve delivery and quality concerns and obtain documents
Contribute to the integrity of company purchases through verification and maintenance of all required purchasing documents; {contracts, vendor set up, etc.}
Maintain the database such that all users are informed of item status and reporting tools are used at maximum utility; {inventory trace, adjustments, ongoing maintenance}
Expand bandwidth of Purchasing Team through added vendor vetting and obtaining samples as directed
Skills/Qualifications:
BA or BS in Business Administration, Operations Planning or a related field; MBA, CPM, or APICS certification desirable.
5+ years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, supplier relationships
Knowledge of MRP systems and processes, preferably SAP
Strong knowledge and understanding of purchasing procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Contract manufacturing experience beneficial
Self-motivated and pro-active
Observant, analytical, inquisitive and attentive
Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, strong listening and presentation skills
Efficient organization and time-management skills
Strong negotiation skills
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult situations
Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with all employees.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Additional Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age (state law requirement)
Must be able to successfully complete a comprehensive background screening
Must be available to travel, as required.
Physical requirements:
Stand, walk, bend, stoop, sit at a desk; Lift up to 40lbs
Ability to type and operate standard office equipment daily