We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for our business. Your responsibilities will include processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance, and liaising with inventory teams and management. The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand. The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous. Help guide the department in developing best practices to ensure that Purchase orders are done timely, and accurately and hold vendors accountable for confirmations and lead times. Responsibilities: • Research, select, and purchase quality products and materials. • Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing. • Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders. • Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels. • Track orders to ensure timely delivery. • Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions. • Coordinate with the inventory team, management, and stockroom as required. • Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management. • Identify cost reduction opportunities. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement roles. • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with purchasing software. • Strong negotiation and analytical skills. • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Compensation: $25 - $28 hourly

• Research, select, and purchase quality products and materials. • Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing. • Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders. • Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels. • Track orders to ensure timely delivery. • Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions. • Coordinate with the inventory team, management, and stockroom as required. • Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management. • Identify cost reduction opportunities. • Other duties as assigned.