The posting
TITLE: Buyer Paper Packaging POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Buyer will be a detail-orientated person working within the purchasing department to source, negotiate and procure raw materials required for production while managing inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking. Note: This position is in-office only. No remote work QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 3-years of experience in a manufacturing environment Strong math, written, verbal and analytical skills Excellent computer skills
Microsoft Office – intermediate level Excel – advanced level Inventory system software - intermediate level
Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with peers and functional teams. Demonstrated confidentiality and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner. Ability to work independently and take on new challenges Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary. Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be a key contributing team member Create and/or processing purchase orders and maintain tracking of delivery Evaluating and planning of raw material component(s) and / packaging products and their delivery Establish and maintain vendor relationships. Maintain vendor, inventory, and regulatory files Carry out procedures involving quality and trial processes with suppliers Set up new suppliers and / or service providers Follow company policies and procedures Follow up on all orders for proper authorization in a timely manner Attend scheduling and / or production meetings as assigned Monitor inventory for “Obsolete” materials
WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:
Hours – 8am to 5pm. Monday – Friday Office setting
TRAINING:
Must complete online and classroom training as required.
AUTHORITY / DECISION MAKING:
Authority to seek out and establish relationships with vendors.
BENEFITS:
PTO after 90 days Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Company paid short term and LTD Company paid life insurance Voluntary life insurance 401k with match



