[rehab] FW: [NFBWNews] Buyer 1 - IB Milwaukee

Mon Apr 23 20:54:14 UTC 2018

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Dick Davis

*From:* nfbwnews at googlegroups.com [mailto:nfbwnews at googlegroups.com] *On
Behalf Of *Steve Heesen
*Sent:* Monday, April 23, 2018 7:34 AM
*To:* nfbwnews at googlegroups.com
*Subject:* [NFBWNews] Buyer 1 - IB Milwaukee

Here is one of the career opportunities that I mentioned. Would be great to
have a blind professional in this position. Thank you.

http://www.afb.org/CareerConnect/users/jobdetails.asp?jobid=3462

*Steve Heesen  *NOTE my new email address**

Account Specialist

ibSupply.com

Industries for the Blind, Inc. - *"Leading Upward Mobility"*

steve.heesen at ibsupply.com

*www.ibSupply.com <www.ibSupply.com> *p. 414-778-5386 m. 414-312-0664

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*Buyer 1*

*Industries for the Blind*

Posted: 4/19/2018

Job Type: Professional

Milwaukee, WI

Expiration Date:6/19/2018

The Buyer is responsible for processing purchase requisitions from
interdepartmental personnel and turning those requisitions into purchase
orders. The Buyer creates purchase order tracking systems, alerts
management when orders have been filled and invoices from vendors have been
issued, answers vendor questions and provides them with additional order
documentation as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts all business in accordance with the organizational policies and
procedures, but if a subject is not covered by those policies and
procedures, then acts in accordance with the best business purchasing
standards as currently practiced or as directed by the Procurement
Supervisor.
Checks requisitions for completeness and clarity. Obtains necessary missing
information where required. Tactfully instructs requisitioners or
specifiers on what data is necessary to obtain good product.
Researches the best source and assists in purchasing materials, supplies
and services at the most favorable terms for the organization.
Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for
purchased goods and services.
Prepares purchase orders or other agreements as necessary and checks them
for accuracy, completeness, and ensures accordance with all laws before
issuing.
Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database
of vendor information.
Reviews acknowledgements for agreement with purchase orders and resolve any
discrepancies with the supplier to the best possible advantage for this
organization.
Follow-ups or expedites orders as necessary to meet schedules.
Keeps the Procurement Supervisor informed of all activities or problems and
submit reports as requested by management.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Requires a bachelor's degree or 1-2 years of related work experience.
Experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of
supply chain management concepts.
Ability to work with minimum direction or supervision to accomplish all of
the duties delegated by the Procurement Supervisor.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, utilizing a
high degree of professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with
vendors and internal and external customers.
Detailed orientated with the ability to think outside-the-box to meet
current daily objectives.
Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook as well as excellent typing
skills. Oracle ERP skills for procurement actions a plus
Understand how to prioritize daily procurement workload.
Ability to mentor junior level procurement personnel.
Mathematical Skills with the ability to calculate figures, discounts,
margins, savings etc.
Ability to quickly learn organizational products and services in order to
convey any unrestricted and required information accurately to suppliers.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job.

Long periods of time sitting or standing.
Lifting up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job.

Light to moderate noise levels
Moderate to low light levels
May require travel to visit supplierâ€™s production facility or vendor
shows.

IB is committed to maximizing employment opportunities for the blind and
visually impaired. Blind and visually impaired individuals will be given
hiring priority. We are required to fill certain positions with legally
blind individuals.

Compensation and Benefits: Vacation time, discretionary bonus, health
insurance, dental, FSA, life and disability insurance and a 403B retirement
plan with a generous company match.

ibMilwaukee is a leading manufacturer, supplier and distributer of
industrial office supplies, office furniture, customized kitting and
promotional products. We are looking for amazing people to join our team!
Recognized globally as an industry leader in workplace accessibility, we
are dedicated to employing a diverse workforce.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the job described.

Industries for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity,
sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things,
or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Contact Name: Michele Repischak

*Contact Phone*

(414) 778-3054

*Contact Fax*

(414) 778-3386

Contact E-mail Address: michele.repischak at ibmilw.com

Job URL: https://www.milwaukeejobs.com/j/31226278

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