Buyer Position Opportunity - Office Product / IT Stuff

[GTI-Guy]

A position open where I work, official posting below

Our company info at www.suppliesnetwork.com

Maybe this will help one of you guys/gals out

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ABM Federal Buyer
January 2008

ABM Federal employee, that resides in the I.C. Dept.

Reports to I.C. Mgr for Daily activities, and System/Procedural questions (direct line report)

Reports to Federal E-business Mgr. for Federal related questions, Federal business processes, Strategy (dotted line report).

Dedicated 100% to support the ABM Federal team.
Assist with other I.C. functions only if time permits

Position Description: To assist the ABM Federal sales staff in all aspects of the procurement process for items beyond our traditional product line, utilizing the ABM-specific vendors (currently 94).
Vendor types include:
 Hardware – all equipment, related items (cables, parts and pieces), including Service and Installation
 Office Products (Office Max)
 Paper
 Specialty labels (Zebra)
 Proprietary vendors (Dell, Cartridge Savers)
Primary Responsibilities:
• Enter part numbers and maintain all data and costs in the item maintenance file for ABM Vendor products. Assist the reps with the item import spreadsheet and proper data/categories/types.
• Maintain files on all Vendors with their specific requirements
• Issue Vendor Dropship (VDS) purchase orders and process the vendor invoice when received
• Expedite - Maintain regular contact with Dropship Vendors to ensure timely receipt of product and invoices
• Maintain End User/Mfg. GSA contracts and compile reports required by the contract
• Evaluate, determine action, and resolve shipment variances from vendors.
• Evaluate, determine action and resolve invoice variances, credits and debits, etc. Work with Accounting on the resolution.
• Ensure open communication with Sales, Vendors, Managers, Administration, Distribution Centers
• Maintain good company image in all representation.
• Assist with Vendor relationships regarding EDI (work with E-Business Mgr. to coordinate)
• Projects as determined by ABM Mgr. or I.C. Manager, with ABM having the higher priority.

Ideal Experience

• A college degree preferred, but not required

• Experience preferred in a Product or Marketing environment in a consumer goods Manufacturing or Wholesale organization,
but not required if has other comparable experience

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multifunctional teams; strong interpersonal organizational and judgment skills.

• Experience in detail oriented, fast paced environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft applications

Ideal Personal Profile

• Initiative
• Independence
• Project Oriented
• Organized
• Strong Problem resolution skills – Fluid, Adaptable, Practical, Logical
• Strong strategic thought process. – recognizes impact of product management operations on other functional areas.

• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment and meet deadlines.
• Good analytical skills
• Mission-oriented and value based. Unquestionable Integrity/Ethics