Buyer

Job description

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team in Pineville, Louisiana. The Buyer / Purchasing Agent is responsible for executing purchase orders, managing supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support operational and project needs. This role works cross-functionally with Project Management, Warehouse Operations, and the Proposal team to maintain efficient procurement processes and resolve supply chain issues. ### CORE COMPETENCIES: - Customer Focus - Decision Quality - Business Insight - Drives Results - Collaborates - Communicates Effectively - Courage - Instills Trust - Manages Ambiguity ### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Execute and manage purchase orders in alignment with project and operational requirements - Monitor order status, expedite deliveries, and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time performance - Resolve material shortages, overages, and discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and suppliers - Investigate and address supplier-related issues, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) - Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records within Epicor, utilizing the Buyer’s Workbench - Collaborate with Project Management to align purchasing activities with project schedules and priorities - Support Warehouse Operations by ensuring accurate deliveries and resolving receiving issues - Partner with the Proposal department to provide pricing, lead times, and sourcing support during bid development - Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to support quality, cost, and delivery objectives - Manage supplier blanket orders and contract agreements, including pricing, volume commitments, and renewal coordination - Work cross-functionally with Accounts Payable (AP) to resolve invoicing discrepancies, pricing issues, and payment-related concerns ### EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required - 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred - Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience strongly preferred - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication and problem-solving skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.) Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) - Experience working in a manufacturing or project-based environment - Knowledge of supply chain best practices and vendor management - Familiarity with NCR processes and quality issue resolution