Buyer

Lifetime Assistance • Rochester, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifetime Assistance – Buyer Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future. At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
• Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures, vendor management, and contract administration.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of purchase orders, including creation, approval, tracking, modifications, and closure.
• Source and evaluate vendors to procure quality goods, equipment, and services at the best value.
• Obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and recommend purchasing decisions that support agency needs and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors while negotiating pricing, terms, and service agreements.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure quality products and reliable service.
• Monitor purchasing expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure purchases comply with agency policies and ethical sourcing practices.
• Assist with purchasing reports, documentation, and audit requests as needed.
• Partner with Finance, Facilities, Operations, and other departments to understand purchasing needs and provide procurement solutions.
• Evaluate purchasing processes and recommend improvements that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level