Assistant Buyer

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking a full time Assistant Buyer to perform procurement tasks. Successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment as a team player performing a variety of functions within the Procurement Team. The candidate must be a self-motivated individual capable of working independently and within a team environment and possess good oral and written communication skills. This job description below is intended to provide general operational guidelines and is not necessarily inclusive of all functional activities associated with the position.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with suppliers on a proactive basis to obtain current order delivery information.
• Review purchase order status through utilization of Torch's ERP system and manage workload in coordination with procurement personnel.
• Enter procurement updates into Torch's ERP system.
• Assist with investigating shipping and invoicing discrepancies as they occur.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with buyers, program leads, accounting, and other department staff as needed.
• Evaluate and recommend process improvements for efficient resolution of late/backorder issues and provide pro-active support to the Procurement team to help resolve order discrepancies and billing/invoice related issues.
• Research and recommend alternate products with supplier coordination, upon request, to procurement personnel for discontinued or backordered items.
• Assist with research and support for various Supply Chain projects, as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
• Research and input supplier capabilities and qualifications in accordance with Torch’s Approved Supplier Evaluation process. Assist with computing Supplier Performance monthly/annually.
• Input data into various government databases for required reporting.
• Support metrics and analysis required to ensure compliance within a Government Approved Purchasing System and AS9100 requirements.
• Assist with pulling information together for data calls in support of various audit requests.
  
  

Skills and Qualifications:

• Candidate should possess a BS Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) required.
• Ability to organize workload and provide team level support.
• Attention to detail and initiative to independently work complex problems to closure.
• Ability to effectively communicate well with other departments throughout the company as well as Torch's suppliers and customers.
• Experience working with Information system tools such as SharePoint and Power BI is a plus.
• Experience in Purchasing, Materials Management, or relevant technical or analytical discipline, preferred.
• Experience in an AS9100 environment, preferred.
  
  

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Torch site

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.