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Buyer 1 is responsible for purchasing equipment, goods, services and managing vendors. The successful candidate will be able to perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, manage critical lead times and find more cost competitive suppliers. Buyer 1 is also responsible for tracking cost savings, negotiating contracts, international buying. Buyer must be professional, proactive positive when interacting with vendors and customers. 

Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree preferred.

Familiar with strategic sourcing and vendor management.  Hold vendors accountable for their pricing and delivery; not afraid of confrontation. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power Point, SAP preferred, experience with vendor management inventory, market dynamics along with good business sense, Strong leadership ability, knowledge of manufacturing process, good verbal and written skills, detail oriented with good organizational skills.  Knack for negotiating and networking, ability to gather and analyze data.