Buyer I (Bilingual)

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JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Buyer I shall be responsible for, but not limited to, purchasing supplies and materials including providing support for the Company's Purchasing Systems. Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. Has knowledge of commonly-used supply chain concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

JOB DESCRIPTION

SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties of the Buyer I shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Purchases and expedites all requested parts and supplies for vessels.
• Confirms delivery, receipt, and delivery of parts not distributed through a Company distribution location.
• Ensures all purchases processed through the purchasing department hold proper approval authority.
• Ensures standardized items are purchased.
• Assures purchasing system structure is maintained in accordance with Company specifications and/or account codes.
• As required, trains Company personnel on the Company's purchasing system process.
• Maintains company credit cards held by the Purchasing Department, including reconciliation as directed
• Updates consumable and equipment hierarchy in the Company's Purchasing and Maintenance System, as directed
• All other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: 1 - 2 years of purchasing experience in the maritime industry, or in a commercial or industrial environment preferred.
• Skills:

o Fluency in written and spoken English. Bi-lingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) is preferred.

o Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including "Windows" operating systems and Word word-processing.

o Advanced skills in Excel spreadsheet functions and internet use.

o Functional ability for use of office machines such as fax, phone, scanner and copier are expected.

o Ability to learn all Purchasing systems such as ABS NS-5.

o Ability to get along well with others.

• Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business.

COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving

• Anticipates the impact of decisions and actions on others
• Identifies recurring problems and offers solutions based on facts and data
• Seeks out expert opinion when making decisions and solving problems
• Is thorough and attentive to detail
• Keeps his/her manager involved on important issues and/or problems

Work the Plan

• Achieves closure and follows through on tasks and projects
• Effectively multi-tasks and efficiently manages time
• Delivers a timely, complete, and accurate work product
• Clearly communicates what he/she needs from others to get the job done
• Follows established policies and procedures

Inspire Trust

• Demonstrates a strong service orientation to both internal and external customers
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame
• Is approachable and easy to deal with; handles pressure in in a calm manner
• Deals with people in a candid, straightforward, and respectful manner
• Acts with the highest level of integrity and professionalism and demonstrates a strong work ethic

Personal Learning

• Seeks professional development, training, and relevant certifications
• Remains open and non-defensive to feedback
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new things and take on more responsibility
• Asks for feedback from his/her managers on how to improve

Collaborate

• Keeps open lines of communication with others
• Works collaboratively with people within and across departments to accomplish objectives
• Is understanding of others' time demands and work load
• Builds personal relationships with people across the company
• Is quick to offer help to others in getting the job done

Flexibility

• Remains open-minded to others' ideas, input and new ways of doing things
• Makes suggestions on how to improve processes and create efficiencies
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities and work demands
• Fully supports company decisions and initiatives

DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20.

Hearing: Functional, correctable to normal to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction; Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.

Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.

Mobility: Unencumbered by physical limitations to perform the following activities: Sedentary work in an office environment that includes frequent sitting, occasional standing and walking, gross and fine motor dexterity for typing and reasonable lifting of office products up to 10 lbs.

HOURS OF WORK

Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Note: Rotation schedule may vary and is subject to change based on vessel requirements.

In-person applications will be accepted by appointment only.

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