Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in Arkansas

Position

Assistant Buyer

Reports To

Buyer

Department

Purchasing 

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt- Full Time

Primary Position Objectives

Responsible for assisting the Buyer in the planning and oversight of equipment, materials, supplies and services purchases and securing vendor contracts in compliance with government regulations, corporate policies, and Center procedures.

Brief Description of Duties

• Serves as acting Buyer in the event of his/her absence.
• Coordinates Center purchasing through planning and budget control in conjunction with the Buyer.
• Assists the Buyer in the selection of services through competitive pricing guidelines in conjunction with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Serrato Corporation procurement policies and procedures.
• Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates, and awards contract to supplier with best bid.
• Ensures the proper preparation and maintenance of records and files.
• Uses computer system to maintain purchase orders, research possible vendors, and other purchasing related actions.
• Confers with suppliers concerning late deliveries.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Works towards meeting performance standards and goals.
• Adheres to required property controls policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation’s core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. (Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.) 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective

Communication

• Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.
• Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others. 

Organization of Work

• Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.
• Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
• Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.

Professionalism

• Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by Serrato Corporation’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.
• Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
• Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills. 
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all input.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with vendors.

Experience

One-year purchasing, marketing, sales or related experience required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree preferred in business, finance, marketing or related field.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver’s License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Benefits Offered

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and basic life insurance. 
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K & 401K Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Program

Disclaimers

• Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.