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Randstad is hiring a Buyer for one of our prestigious Food & Beverage clients located in Lebanon, TN. This Contract-to-Hire opportunity would require you to work full-time hours while working onsite 100% of the time. See below for additional information and apply upon interest with your recent resume. Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
• 1-2 years in Purchasing or a related field
• 2-4 years in Purchasing or a related field within the foodservice industry
• Proficient in basic computer and Excel skills 
• Experience with AS400 or similar systems preferred
• Attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills (phone and email etiquette)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a large team
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Multitasking abilities and the ability to meet deadlines

salary: $23 - $25 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Select vendors based upon their ability to provide a continuous supply of product; overall service level; responsiveness to the market as shown through product innovation; quality and value of product; relationships with competitors; and their understanding of the marketplace.
• Maintain relationships with vendors by resolving problems with invoicing, product, or delivery to ensure quality service and longevity of relationships.
• Select product based upon application to our market, product performance, alternate sources of supply, and overall reputation of vendor.
• Negotiate prices and quantities ordered based upon customer orders, economic order point (volume discount vs. efficient utilization of warehousing space), promotion of product, and overall market conditions.
• Negotiate long-term contracts based upon same considerations and need for continuous supply.
• Service distribution centers for emergency situations through obtaining product and delivery on an expedient basis.
• Provides product and pricing information to sales force and make recommendations regarding pricing structure for product lines based upon volume and margin considerations.

Skills

Buyer (2 years of experience is required)

AS400

ERP

Vendor Management (2 years of experience is required)

NEGOTIATIONS (2 years of experience is required)

Purchasing/Procurement

Qualifications

Years of experience: 2 years

Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.