Principal Buyer

SUMMARY:

Supervises and performs technical work involved in preparing proposals, orders, and reports, arranges for the purchase of equipment, materials, and supplies used by various departments, and may also supervise and perform the work involved in term contracts; knowledge of budget procedures, shipping ^ transportation details, and record keeping procedures; communicate and negotiate with vendors; and does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Formulating standardized systems for the preparation of receiving, processing, and recording requisitions.

Supervises and participates in the development and maintenance of term contracts.

The liaison with agencies and advises all departments/worksites on proper requisitioning procedures and the correct use of orders and applications.

Maintains annual maintenance contracts.

Supervises the preparation of proposals and development of the annual contract program in assigned commodity areas.

Schedules work to accomplish required tasks, and makes suitable assignments to other buyers and clerical personnel.

Gives advice and assistance where difficult and unusual problems arise.

Reviews the work of subordinates to ascertain that proper procedures are followed.

Makes decisions requiring knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to the work of the unit.

Directs subordinates in and may participate in receiving, tabulating, and recording quotations from vendors.

Checks the accuracy and relevancy of item descriptions and specifications.

Checks the preparation and distribution of proposals to vendors.

Ascertains the prices of commodities and/or services and ascertains the ability of the supplier to deliver specified items.

Interviews salespersons and vendors in the office concerning their products.

Confers with representatives of various departments of the jurisdiction concerning their requirements for items on order and determines the acceptability of substitutes.

Prepares advertisements for soliciting bids.

Supervises the preparation of purchase orders and handles correspondence.

Prepares and supervises the preparation of reports and is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of essential records and files

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Procurement: 4 years (Required)
• Purchasing: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Paterson, NJ (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Paterson, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,000