Buyer

Premier Staffing Solution•Painted Post, NY

84d

About The Position

The Buyer II supports Lead and Strategic Sourcing Managers by executing and managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, tracking payments and project deliverables, and assisting with cost and schedule management. This role works closely with Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Shared Services to ensure timely, compliant, and cost‑effective procurement of goods and services, while further developing expertise in Company's capital procurement processes and systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
Prior experience supporting a procurement or supply chain team in a business environment
Working knowledge or familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated organizational and follow‑through skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Analytical mindset with basic cost and data analysis capabilities
Strong work ethic with consistent interaction across peers, buyers, leadership, and suppliers
Disciplined in follow‑up, action tracking, and concise communication
Willingness to learn procurement processes, contracts, and negotiation fundamentals, with a focus on capital procurement
Team‑oriented, cross‑functional collaborator with the ability to work independently and self‑directed

Responsibilities

Support day‑to‑day strategic sourcing activities in coordination with Lead and Strategic Sourcing Managers
Manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders, including pricing, lead times, delivery requirements, and basic terms and conditions
Identify, track, and help resolve issues impacting purchase orders, payables, and supplier performance
Coordinate with Shared Services on PO management, invoice processing, and issue resolution
Coordinate with suppliers on order confirmations, schedule status, and delivery tracking
Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and order fulfillment issues
Support supplier onboarding, documentation, and compliance requirements
Track project‑level procurement deliverables, milestones, and supporting documentation
Maintain procurement records, order logs, and basic spend tracking, as required
Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval limits
Assist Strategic Sourcing Managers and Category Leads with sourcing support, quote collection, and basic cost comparisons
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, data accuracy, and execution discipline