Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

This position supports the corporate procurement process. The position includes a variety of the following activities; working with users to help develop requirements and specifications, reviewing Requisitions, analyzing orders and specifications, qualifying vendors, analyzing suppliers' capabilities, meeting with sales representatives, studying cost and prices, as well as selecting and negotiating with suppliers. In addition, in the absence of the manager, the position is responsible for the coordination of buying activities, operations and personnel of the department, as well as responsible for the review and approval of contracts and agreements, ensuring that appropriate terms, conditions and exhibits are included.

Job Duties

• Process Requisitions for Purchase Order setup. Coordinate and control processing of pending Invoices in Corporate Payables.

• Qualify and select competitive sources. Meet with supplier representatives, evaluating the quality, price and usefulness of various products and services offered. Tour supplier companies to determine capabilities.

• Data enter Requisitions and Purchase Orders into Integrated Accounts Payable (IAP) system.

• Provide guidance to using departments relating to the appropriate policy for any purchase.

• Negotiate with suppliers for the purchase of goods and services, as well as for timely delivery. Request review by Legal Department for new contract setup and amendments on selected transactions.

• Control and review stock inventory levels, and employ control techniques to maintain optimum inventory. Adjust re-order points, determine safety stocks, and utilize Economic Order Quantity (EOQ).

• Manage IAP system database, set-up and update vendor and item information.

• Administer corporate contracts and establish files for reference and access. Review and notify departments of expiration dates.

• Assist manger in supplier performance reviews.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

• Problem solving involves various types of supplier liaison work, status review of orders, as well as written communication with management, suppliers and legal staff. Direct communication with supplier representatives in meetings and by visiting plants to evaluate capabilities. Expedite Invoice discrepancies with the management of the Club and with the suppliers.

• Analyze bid waivers and determine if waivers are justified. Review corporate competitive bids, and award purchase to the appropriate bidder.

• Make decisions to return or accept shipments of goods with discrepancies.

• Settle potential problems with departments when requesting purchases that are not in accordance with Purchasing Policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Equivalent combination of education and experience

• 4-6 years Corporate procurement

• Familiarization with laws and regulations that pertain to procurement, delivery and usage of specified items at required locations required.

• Moderate computer knowledge and experience in utilizing Purchasing Systems (GEAC Software) and Microsoft Office software such as Outlook, Word and Excel.

The starting pay range for this position is:

$72,700.00 - $96,800.00

Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.

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Remarkable benefits:
•    Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
•    401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
•    Tuition assistance
•    PTO for community volunteer programs
•    Wellness program
•    Employee discounts

Auto Club Enterprises is the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation. We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements