DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team in Pineville, Louisiana. The Buyer / Purchasing Agent is responsible for executing purchase orders, managing supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support operational and project needs. This role works cross-functionally with Project Management, Warehouse Operations, and the Proposal team to maintain efficient procurement processes and resolve supply chain issues.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Customer Focus
Decision Quality
Business Insight
Drives Results
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Courage
Instills Trust
Manages Ambiguity
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute and manage purchase orders in alignment with project and operational requirements
Monitor order status, expedite deliveries, and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time performance
Resolve material shortages, overages, and discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and suppliers
Investigate and address supplier-related issues, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records within Epicor, utilizing the Buyer’s Workbench
Collaborate with Project Management to align purchasing activities with project schedules and priorities
Support Warehouse Operations by ensuring accurate deliveries and resolving receiving issues
Partner with the Proposal department to provide pricing, lead times, and sourcing support during bid development
Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to support quality, cost, and delivery objectives
Manage supplier blanket orders and contract agreements, including pricing, volume commitments, and renewal coordination
Work cross-functionally with Accounts Payable (AP) to resolve invoicing discrepancies, pricing issues, and payment-related concerns
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required
2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred
Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience strongly preferred
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience working in a manufacturing or project-based environment
Knowledge of supply chain best practices and vendor management
Familiarity with NCR processes and quality issue resolution
Additional Information
Referral Level: Trades and Skilled
Not eligible for Enhanced Referral
Not eligible for External Referral
DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is proud to be ISO-9001:2015 and ISN Certified.
DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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