Buyer Program Specialist

Buyer Program SpecialistThis position will assist in the management of spare parts and all Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) activities, ensuring all required parts, materials, and services are purchased timely, and cost effectively while maintaining continued operations.This position will assist in the management of the Quality program and all Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) activities, ensuring all required parts, materials, and services are purchased timely, and cost effectively while maintaining continued operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure parts and materials are available so that production is not interruptedResponsible for conducting inventory cycle counts to ensure stock levels are accurateEnsure all purchasing procedures and guidelines are followedReview orders for completeness, accuracy and compliance with existing policies and proceduresResolve all issues relating to defective material, order shortages, delivery, pricing or product quality with suppliersPlace purchase orders for all inventory replenishment itemsObtain quotes for inventory items and maintain current system item pricingObtain quotes and place orders for all non-stock maintenance requestsIssue-out and receive-in partsAssist on onsite audits, follow up on discrepancies and corrections, as well as any other investigationsComplete client online training as assignedPrepare reports for management review of key statistics such as vendor performance based on findingsPerform other functions as assigned by management based on department needsSolve problems and work collaboratively in a team environmentKEY COMPETENCIESCommunication Proficiency (oral and written)Customer FocusInitiativeSense of UrgencyMulti-TaskingDetail OrientedFinancial KnowledgeTime Management SkillsTeam OrientationIMPORTANT EDUCATIONHigh school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) requiredAssociates or Bachelors degree in facilities management, building, business or other related field preferredIMPORTANT EXPERIENCEExperience with data entry, expansive reporting, filing, answering phones, scheduling and communicationsPrevious customer service experiencePrior experience working in the facilities/property management, commercial real estate or professional services industries preferredADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSWorking knowledge of computer software programs and base building systemsComputer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgmentExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to work a flexible schedule as neededWORK ENVIRONMENTThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiersPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for up to 80% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction. Able to lift 40 lbs.OTHER DUTIESThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Note: This job description includes the core responsibilities for C&W. These duties may have slight modifications based on the regional location.Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation for the position is: $22.10 - $26.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.