Buyer (Entry Level) - (Alliance, OH)

Function: Responsible for auditing purchase requisitions from multiple plants for proper approval and to assure item is properly specified as to description and/or use. Assignments include purchasing to the proper specifications; assure the max return, lowest cost, highest quality, on time delivery, etc., all within ethical purchasing practices and Company policy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Obtain quotations through competitive bidding by at least 3 acceptable vendors, wherever possible. In competitive bidding, make certain all vendors are quoting on the same basis. If applicable, alternative bids should be encouraged. Analyze proposals to determine best proposition and negotiate any questionable items with successful vendor, prior to placement of purchase order. If alternate quotation is more attractive, it should be reviewed with requisitioner for concurrence before proceeding. Processes requisition and other info applicable to the purchase order.