Purchaser

Diamondback Airboats • Cocoa, FL

1d

About The Position

The Purchaser maintains daily purchasing activities using forecasts and MRP, applying knowledge of manufacturing, inventory, and supply chain management. The role works with suppliers, manufacturers, inventory control, and internal departments to meet purchasing needs, maintain accurate records, and support projects. It also analyzes pricing and market trends, manages supplier relationships and risks, and seeks opportunities to improve purchasing systems and processes.

This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates who accept an offer must pass a background check and drug screen and meet ATF requirements for firearm possession. The stated pay range is $22–$24 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Purchaser or Buyer.
• At least 1 year of experience in inventory and supply chain management.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing, inventory, and supply chain management.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP software.
• QuickBooks experience.
• Excellent foresight and written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical-thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily purchasing activities using forecasts and MRP.
• Find and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers; search for potential suppliers and vendors.
• Determine delivery quantities and timing, and monitor and forecast upcoming demand.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, and other terms.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal departments, and stay current on projects by attending weekly project meetings.
• Maintain open purchase orders and backorders and ensure their accuracy.
• Maintain supplier databases, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinate with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Create new items in QuickBooks.
• Ensure procured items meet required quality standards and specifications.
• Improve purchasing systems and processes and build and maintain supplier and vendor relationships.
• Seek lower pricing and develop negotiation strategies to close deals on optimal terms.
• Provide reports for management.
• Forecast price and market trends and identify changes in buyer-supplier power.
• Perform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks from market and economic trends that may affect demand.

Benefits

• PTO with annual rollover; accrual begins after 90 days.
• Nine holidays and one floating holiday; Veteran's Day is paid double for employees whose DD214 is on file.
• Four traditional and two basic health insurance plans to choose from.
• Monthly employer contribution toward healthcare plans.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with company match.
• Company-paid life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access.
• Two dental insurance plans.
• Vision insurance.
• Supplemental insurance plans, including accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital plans.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance options.
• Employee discounts on company products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed