Genesis10 · 3 days ago
Buyer/Purchasing Agent
Buffalo Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $45/hr
4+ years expGenesis10 is seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Agent for a 6-month contract position. The role involves managing purchases, evaluating vendors, and authorizing purchase orders while relying on experience and judgment to achieve goals.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Reviews requisitions
Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule
Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items. Selects suppliers with Supply Chain Manager based on criteria such as quality certification, capacity analysis, financial analysis, etc…
Estimates values according to knowledge of market price
Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid
Prepares purchase orders or bid requests
Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories
Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action
Approves invoices for payment
Expedites delivery of goods to users
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and at least 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area
Knowledge of MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Design's workflows and procedures
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
Project Management - Coordinates projects; Completes projects on time and budget
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
Benefits
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Company
Genesis10
Information Technology and Services
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Harley Lippman
CEO and Founder
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