Buyer I

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Job Profile Title:

Buyer I

Job Code:

16653

Profile Title:

16653 Buyer I

Grade / Band:

06

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

It is the primary responsibility of the Buyer to own the end-to-end lifecycle of purchase orders within their categories, as well as to  perform off-program purchasing activities within their spend categories. This role will interact regularly with members of the  Purchasing, Program Management, Strategic Sourcing internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the efficient purchase of  supplies and services. Buyers must demonstrate a strong understanding for the assigned spend categories, supplier landscape,  internal stakeholders needs and purchase order management.

Execute ordering for on-and off-program spend to ensure business needs are met with a high-level of customer  responsiveness

Negotiate off-program saving opportunities per the off-program purchasing plan and ensure off-program purchases do not  happen for on-program products; prescribe corrective action when appropriate

Demonstrate a proficient understanding of managed programs to maximize the percentage of spend on program and limit  the amount of off-program spend

Meet established expectations of captured Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) such as PR to PO conversion time, PO  percentage beyond due date, Open POs, PO to Invoice price and quantity variance resolution, manage invoices pending and  item creation

Execute free-form purchase requisitions, conduct bid process; inclusive of supplier selection - to include certified diverse  supplier, where applicable, negotiations and award of purchase order

Leverage data analytics to identify opportunities for reoccurring items to be created or added to a catalog

Ensure quality service and best-available price on goods and services in an ethical manner, without compromising quality

Support electronic filing system and methods of documentation of purchasing activity to enable and satisfy an  audit/inspection or industry regulating standards

Leverage understanding of the customer, industry, key business drivers and managed spend programs to make informed  decisions when selecting suppliers, products and services off-program

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Preferred

1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Required

Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays

Required

Experience in a supply chain role, e.g. purchasing, sourcing, inventory control, warehousing and logistics; or equivalent education and work experience

Preferred

Experience working in a similar resort setting

Preferred

Experience conducting bid processes (RFI, RFP and informal bids)

Preferred

Working knowledge of hospitality and/or casino operations.

Apprised of product/service markets as they affect Procurement policy within assigned spend vertical(s).

Ability to communicate effectively, concisely and logically in a timely manner and at an appropriate level, while maintaining  confidentiality

Proficiency of procurement systems (Stratton Warren, and Coupa) and computer software to include Outlook, MS Word,  Excel, and PowerPoint as well as office equipment, i.e. telephone, copier, fax machine

Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular  attention to detail

Effective listening abilities with strong judgment and collaboration skills

Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

Balancing

Bending

Carrying __pounds

Clear speech - simple

X

Clear speech - complex

Climbing

Crawling

Crouching

Distant vision

Driving - auto/van

Driving - limousine

Flexibility - upper body

Flexibility - lower body

Hearing/Listening

X

Kneeling

Lifting __pounds

Near vision

Normal vision

X

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching

Sitting

Standing - 5 hours minimum

Stooping

Typing __w.p.m.

X

40

Walking

Communication - verbal

X

Communication - written

X

Confined area

Contacts - works alone

X

Contacts - works around others

X

Contacts - works with others

X

Exposure to dust / dirt

Exposure to fumes / odors

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Fast pace

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

Hazardous conditions - high structures

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

Indoors

X

Noise levels - low to moderate

X

Noise levels - low to high

Office conditions

X

Outdoors

Restricted area

Shifts

Smoke

__% Travel

Vibration

Wet/Humid

Analytical

X

Clerical

X

Comprehension

Crisis incidents

Customer service

X

Decision making

Fatigue

High pressure

Judgment

X

Long hours

Math skills - advance

Math skills - basic

X

Memorization

Organization

X

Perception

Reading - simple

X

Reading - complex

Repetition

Safety hazards

Tight deadlines

X

Working conditions

Writing - simple

X

Writing - complex