buyer - manufacturing and processing

Education: Bachelor's degree. Purchasing, procurement/acquisitions and contracts management. or equivalent experience. Tasks: Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services. Negotiate offers from suppliers. Consult with suppliers. Review quotations. Establish delivery schedules. Monitor progress of delivery schedules. Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems. Provide customer service. Resolve product and service related problems. Provide estimate of costs. Prepare reports. Professionalism in customer service. Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates. Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports. Variance analysis. Computer and technology knowledge: JD Edwards. MS Word. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. MS Office. SAP (FI/CO / HR / MM / OT SD). Electronic mail. Database management. MS Access. MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Project. Area of specialization: Industrial. Aviation. Security and safety: Bondable. Criminal record check. Confidential security clearance. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Large caseload. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Time management. Flexibility. Ability to multitask. Screening questions: Are you currently a student?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Overtime required. Overtime available. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site amenities. Location 13 Tantramar Crescent Amherst , NS B4H 4J6 Work location On site Salary $ 22.00 to $ 24.00 HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Overtime required, Morning, Day, Overtime available, , 07:30 to 16:00 Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3655660 Various locations 13 Tantramar Crescent