Buyer

The Buyer supports Cooper Steel's goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Buyer provides support to the Purchasing Department. This position is responsible for procuring and tracking material, and ensuring records are maintained appropriately. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Request quotes, submit purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to meet schedule needs. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Utilize Tekla operating system to manage purchasing and material tracking processes. Provide material data to fabrication shops to support production requirements. Monitor and track material shipments from suppliers to fabrication facilities. Verify purchase orders, review and approve invoices and maintain accurate inventory records.

Manage Material Test Report (MTR) – label, spot check and enter necessary data into the internal database. Maintain and organize pertinent electronic document records. Track material usage from inventory and create reports to maintain accurate stock levels for inventory management. Handle other essential tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

AND/OR EXPERIENCE High School Diploma is required Previous related experience in production, manufacturing and purchasing is preferred OTHER SKILLS Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals; ability to react to change productively in a fast paced environment; good judgment; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; confidentiality and professionalism; computer literate with working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint; highly developed organizational, planning and oral and written communication skills; ability to work well with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Position is in a typical office setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.