If you are looking for a great company with an awesome company culture, consider this entry level/ assistant Buyer role in the Riceboro, GA area! Aegis Worldwide is partnered with a manufacturer in Riceboro, GA and we are looking for candidates that have experience working within manufacturing/ supply chain environments, invoices, and maintaining communication/ relationships with suppliers/ vendors.
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Responsibilities:
Assist in sourcing suppliers for materials, components, and products required in the manufacturing process.
Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate existing ones.
Prepare and issue purchase orders for materials and equipment based on production needs.
Monitor inventory levels to ensure materials are available without overstocking.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any issues with orders.
Assist with negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve cost-effective purchases.
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier communications, and inventory.
Track purchase order statuses and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
Assist in managing the procurement budget by tracking costs and looking for opportunities to reduce expenses.
Support the inventory control team by tracking material usage and adjusting purchase schedules as needed.
Collaborate with the production team to understand material needs based on production schedules.
Assist in evaluating supplier performance and suggest improvements in supply chain processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Preferred for a candidate to have at least 3 years experience in purchasing, logistics, or customer service type role.
ERP experience preferred.
This position requires a highly motivated individual with excellent problem-solving skills, good interpersonal, and the ability to multitask.
Good communication skills (verbal & written) in correspondence with vendors, customers, managers, etc.
Extensive knowledge of organizational skills and office practices.
Computer proficiency in all Microsoft Office Software especially MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Access.