Dashiell Corporation · 8 hours ago
Junior Buyer
Dashiell Corporation is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility and energy industries. They are seeking a Junior Buyer to join their procurement team, responsible for procuring materials and supplies for construction projects while developing necessary skills in procurement activities.
Responsibilities
Learn and apply corporate standard procurement processes and procedures
Learn about the major apparatus needed for substation and transmission line construction
Learn who key vendors are for major apparatus and miscellaneous items
With the oversight of experienced Buyers, process requisitions, validate quotes, and place orders for both major apparatus and miscellaneous items
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
Bring potential problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
A High School Diploma, or equivalent, is required
Basic knowledge of procurement processes
Ability to read and interpret technical information, specifically for high voltage projects
Good organizational skills which include development of work plans and ability to multitask
Flexibility to work on an individual project as well as on team projects
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Experience using MS Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship
Preferred
An associate degree in supply chain management, accounting, or business is preferred
Prior experience in procurement is a plus
Benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Long term disability insurance
Employee assistance plan
Traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA
Dental
Vision
Supplemental life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Critical illness insurance
Group accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) with immediate vesting