Buyer

Overview:

Poly-America, L.P. is currently seeking a Buyer to join our procurement team. Poly-America produces several lines of polyethylene products including high quality trash bags, construction and agricultural films.

Responsibilities:

Buyers at Poly-America are responsible for purchasing equipment, goods, services and effectively managing vendors. A successful candidate will be able to perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories, secure favorable pricing, optimal terms and manage projects in a professional environment. 

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies

• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers

• Assess, manage and mitigate risks

• Negotiate and close deals with optimal terms

• Ensure timely delivery and completion of requisitioned goods and services

• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness

• Manage procurement projects and agreements

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree

• Strong leadership capabilities

• Solid judgment and decision making skills

• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of staff throughout the company

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point skills

• Experience in purchasing or sales preferred

Poly-America offers competitive compensation packages including Medical/dental, paid vacations and holidays, and 401(K).

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