Associate Buyer

Overview

Associate Buyer is a procurement operations role responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services needed for indirect business operations, including supplier management and purchase order processing.

What you'll do

• Source products and services for indirect business operations.
• Run contract and bid procedures and support supplier selection.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Process purchase orders and administer contracts.
• Receive goods and services and manage supplier performance.
• Optimize purchasing efficiency through streamlining.

What you'll need

• Limited job and business knowledge at the time of hiring.
• Skills developed through job-related training and on-the-job experience.
• Knowledge of standardized work routines and methods.
• Ability to escalate non-routine problems to more experienced colleagues or supervisors.
• Independent judgment within defined boundaries and guidelines.