Each Buyer has specific groups of Project Managers that they work with. Each Buyer is a part of the Purchasing Department, and will report to their respective Purchasing Managers, but daily direction will come from the Project Managers included in their group. The Buyer is expected to have routine interaction with their PMs, as well as all suppliers to ensure that ACCO is well represented in the supplier marketplace. Both by being able to represent a comprehensive picture of ACCOs requirements to the suppliers, as well as by being able to communicate suppliers' capabilities and needs back into ACCO. The Buyer position provides a turnkey procurement solution to the Project Manager (PM) for all Procurement related activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Using Bidtracer, and working with the Bid Desk Coordinator, acquire supplier bids in support of projects being bid.
Working with the Project Manager, negotiate and procure equipment, goods, and services in support of projects.
Issue subcontract agreements. Ensure that agreements are in place prior to work beginning on the project site.
Working with the Subcontract Administrators and the
Requesting, and compiling, equipment and subcontract submittals.
Work with PMs and Suppliers maintain an "expediting log" to track equipment lead-times to ensure equipment is released in time for project requirements.
Follow up throughout equipment production to ensure that equipment is delivered as promised by the Supplier.
Working with the Project Manager, negotiate and settle Back charges as applicable to ensure fair costs are charged to the supplier as well as proper reimbursement to ACCO.
Maintaining a knowledge of market conditions as they pertain to pricing, service, and known product issues.
Working with other Buyers, update and maintain unit cost pricing database.
Identify areas of potential cost reduction and analyze the impact of pricing changes for goods and services.
Track costs in unit measurement. Evaluate market trends.
Develop/maintain vendor relationships.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Proficient-plus level user of MS Excel and MS Word
Strong verbal communication and listening skills, both over the phone and in person
Able to work effectively and professionally in a team environment
Strong business writing skills, including use of proper grammar and terminology
While previous purchasing position experience is preferred, it is not required
Knowledge of the industry is preferred but not required
Able to demonstrate high customer service skills
Able to organize large amounts of information
Must be goal oriented and meet deadlines
ACCO COMPETENCIES:
Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feed, back; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(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.)
Must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Ability to adjust focus.
The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
You are a responsible person with the ability to multi-task. You understand that regular & routine attendance is required.
