Senior Buyer

Summary
 Processes major requests for proposals (RFPs) that are large and complex in nature through the most cost effective means. Develops new opportunities and partnerships for the company.
Description
 

Prepares, distributes, receives, analyzes and awards bids using a formal bid process such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Bids (RFBs) that are large and complex.
Manages development of business opportunities and restructures existing supplier partnerships to maximize value and secure cost savings while maximizing profit for the company. Interacts with company staff and management to build relationships to increase company participation in corporate contracts.
Reports workloads and writes procedures to support work flow.
Required Education: Bachelor's
Degree Equivalency: 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience
Required Work Experience: 4 Years Purchasing, finance, and/or budget management experience.
Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent customer service, organizational, presentation skills. Excellent analytical or critical thinking skills. Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, grammar skills. Good judgment skills. Basic business math proficiency skills.
Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree-Business Administration or Bachelor's may also be in finance.
Preferred Work Experience: 6 Years-Purchasing and finance or budget management experience.
Preferred Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts.
Preferred Software and Other Tools: Knowledge of Microsoft Access or other database software.
Preferred Licenses and Certificates: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) OR the ability to obtain within 1 year.
Work Environment: Typical office environment. Occasional travel.

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