Junior Buyer - Harrisburg, PA (Finance)

Job ID: 508929

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview

The position of a Jr. Buyer is a key resource within the company for facilitating the effective ordering of products and services and for ensuring that commitments/business needs are met. The Jr. Buyer supports a variety of employees to clarify needs, evaluate and/or determine suppliers, generate/place orders and manage ongoing supplier interactions within our operational footprint. The Jr. Buyer will enable the Procurement best practices, like using CRH preferred vendors, ensure the Purchase Orders are correct, compare vendors and propose the best option to end-users, among others. As part of the procurement team, the Jr. Buyer will pursue added value initiatives that will generate savings to Pennsy Supply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate the process of obtaining quotes and / or bids from potential suppliers, when necessary.
• Research order history of similar products and services purchased to evaluate differences in costs, delivery, quality, and performance. This would include providing estimates based on knowledge of current market conditions or previous orders.
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiates Purchase Order / contracts within scope of authority.
• Understand the local supply chain (manufacturing, distribution, delivery, use, service, and disposal) related to the products and services being purchased.
• Prepare purchase orders/facilitate approval within the P2P system with accurate information to capture the business requirements.
• Work with suppliers and Sourcing to ensure that accurate product / service information is being communicated on orders including pricing, availability, part numbers and delivery.
• Build up and maintain relationship with vendors of assigned sites. Ensure that suppliers' commitments are met and identify opportunities for improvements. This would include improving the quality and / or performance of products and services.
• Assist field personnel and Sourcing to perform tests and demonstrations of products/services to evaluate value, compare results and /or identify alternatives.
• Provide, and encourage feedback regarding supplier performance through participation in vendors' surveys and the use of CRH supplier performance tracking system.
• Arrange for the proper transportation of the purchased products if needed, and not otherwise determined.
• Expedite and assist with the troubleshooting of orders as needed.
• Records reliable and transparent personal benefit contributions within company software systems.
• Drives adoption of sourced programs with stakeholders as directed by CRH to maximize value to the company.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to review spend, projects, vendors and savings opportunities. Recommend P2P best practices, monitor agreements, and share outcomes with the Procurement team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, administration or alike disciplines.
• 2+ years of experience, preferably in the construction or manufacturing industry.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to collaborate with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Experience with procurement tools, processes and systems required.
• Strong analytical experience and experience working with databases / data warehouse applications.
• In-depth knowledge and experience working in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications required

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Solid values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the organization's goals and objectives.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work with suppliers.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness.
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Ability to assist change and sell new concepts and approaches.
• Understanding of procurement's impact on financial results.
• Strong procurement, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Result oriented.
• Strong organization skills including the ability to prioritize among multiple requirements and deadlines.
• Effective oral/written communication, presentation and listening skills.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity; open and supportive to change.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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