Equity Staffing Group is looking for a Materials Buyer for one of our clients in Plymouth, MN.
The Materials Buyer position will be responsible for lowering the Cost of Goods through effective supplier negotiations. Responsibilities include researching and selecting optimal products and suppliers, managing materials procurement, and negotiating prices.
Duties Include:
- Forecast price trends and their impact on future business.
- Conduct research to identify the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality.
- Communicate between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
- Build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing contracts and monitor the quality of service provided.
Skills and Abilities:
- Over 2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role, with a proven track record of effective negotiation and supplier management
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Expertise in presenting and communicating with vendors.
- Strong problem-solving, financial management and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel used for tracking and analysis.
- Four-year degree required in Business or related degree.
Equity Staffing Group is one of the fastest growing Native American owned staffing companies in the United States. We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) and the Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (RMMSDC).
Equity Staffing Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Staffing Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
We welcome you to learn more about our company by visiting www.equitystaffing.com.
