Buyer

MFCP•Englewood, CO

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer supports MFCP’s purchasing process by sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services. This role will research products, market trends, and suppliers; prepares and manages purchase orders; monitors supplier performance; and helps ensure timely, cost-effective procurement that meets quality, reliability, compliance, and operational requirements. The Buyer works with minimal supervision, resolves purchasing issues, maintains accurate records, and provides responsive support to internal customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 2 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, accounting, or related experience, preferably in a B2B distribution or corporate procurement environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of procurement practices and the ability to manage complex purchasing issues with minimal supervision.
Strong negotiation, planning, organizational, and analytical skills, with close attention to detail and quality standards.
Effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with suppliers, internal customers, and employees at all levels.
Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple deadlines, and make sound buying decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to coach, mentor, and support the development of others.
Commitment to reliable attendance, professionalism, adaptability, continuous improvement, and high-quality internal and external customer service.

Nice To Haves

Epicor Prophet 21 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Research products, market trends, and suppliers to identify qualified sources and obtain competitive pricing consistent with quality, reliability, and urgency of need.
Evaluate suppliers and analyze quotations to select or recommend sources based on cost, quality, service, delivery performance, and compliance requirements.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to support cost-effective purchasing and operational needs.
Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders, transfers, and related purchasing documentation accurately and on time.
Track order status, back orders, delivery schedules, and supplier performance; resolve pricing, quantity, quality, and service issues.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, reports, files, and inventory-related information to support efficient operations, supplier coordination, and audit readiness.
Collaborate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs, provide procurement guidance, and support strong internal customer service.
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations while supporting continuous improvement in purchasing and procurement processes.
Resolve purchasing issues with minimal supervision and support team effectiveness through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and problem solving.
Performs other duties as assigned.