Buyer – Full-Cycle Procurement

GCC•Rapid City, SD

6d•$60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Buyer coordinates procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies, balancing cost, quality, and delivery requirements. The role manages purchase orders from request through delivery, obtains and evaluates supplier quotes, negotiates pricing and terms, and maintains supplier relationships. The Buyer researches and recommends suppliers, coordinates shipping and returns, resolves order and quality issues, and maintains accurate purchasing documentation. The role also partners with Accounting and other departments to support payments, reimbursements, and other purchasing activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and supplier-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, and experience with purchasing, inventory, or order-processing systems.
Working knowledge of basic accounting, finance, and inventory administration.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

1 to 2 years of purchasing or inventory experience.
Purchasing certification or CPM certification.
Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies while balancing cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
Manage purchase orders from request through delivery.
Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes and negotiate pricing and terms.
Maintain strong supplier relationships.
Research and recommend new suppliers.
Coordinate shipping and returns.
Resolve order or quality issues.
Maintain accurate purchasing documentation.
Partner with Accounting and other departments to support payments, reimbursements, and other purchasing activities.