Offer: Buyer

Buyer

Benefits :

»Competitive compensation

»Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

» 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

»Life and Travel Insurance

»Tuition Assistance

»Wellness Reimbursement Program

»Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is a Buyer?
this function is within our Contracts and Procurement Department in our Enterprise Support Services group which supports organization-wide procurement.

What does a Buyer Do?

»Plan, schedule and perform the bidding and purchase of standard stock and non-stock items to meet the work schedules of organizational unit

»Maintain optimal inventory levels to support operations which includes determining the Economic Reorder Quantities and Safety Stock Levels

»Prepare reports to show projected inventory value and volumes, order spend and service levels

»Work with Engineering and Operations department to ensure safe and appropriate materials are qualified which have adequate and dependable supply sources

»Process, place, transmit and follow-up on individual purchase orders and provide resolution to accounting and vendor non-compliance issues

»Proactively monitor inventory and communicate with business units to understand demands, resolve issues and ensure requirements are being met

»Develop relationships with vendors and work with them to attain competitive prices and work though issues with materials or deliveries

»Identify, select and qualify the best suppliers in the industry

»Provide assistance with storeroom administration as needed

»Review and update purchasing practices as required

»Focus on process improvement and innovation



What does it take to be a Buyer?

Required:

»Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field and five years of practice in a Buyer, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics or related function

» capability to effectively coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail

» capability to read and understand Operation Work Plans and Engineering Specifications

» capability to work autonomously after initial training period, showing a high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and excellent work ethic

»Exceptional analytical capcapability as well as excellent spreadsheet expertise

»Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication expertise

»Analytical approach with excellent negotiating expertise to secure the best prices according to market conditions and budget constraints

»Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

»Bachelors or Master’s Degree (in aforementioned fields)

»Ten+ years of related practice

»Supply Chain Certifications such as CPIM, CSCA, CSCP or CPSM


Applications will be accepted until May 25, 2023 . Please go to Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position. Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, discapability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.



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