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douglas electrical components —Randolph, NJ
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
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douglas electrical components
Randolph, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Practicing in a supply chain operations role

Full Job Description

SUMMARY: The Junior Buyer supports key purchasing functions to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely flow of materials and information. This role contributes directly to operational excellence, supplier performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

CORE VALUES

All employees are expected to demonstrate the Company’s Core Values through daily actions, decision-making, and interactions:

Client Oriented – Focus on developing long-term relationships, products, and services that meet client needs.
Open – Communicate honestly and transparently about capabilities, challenges, and solutions.
Nimble – Think critically, respond quickly, and adapt effectively to changing priorities and situations.
Necessary – Recognize that every role contributes to organizational success and take ownership of outcomes.
Engineering Mindset – Approach challenges by developing practical, thoughtful solutions regardless of role.
Continuous Improvement – Actively seek opportunities to improve processes, performance, and personal development.
Teamwork – Collaborate effectively with coworkers, leadership, vendors, and clients to achieve shared goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create, enter, and maintain accurate purchase orders within the ERP system, ensuring data integrity and timely processing
Proactively track and follow up on open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; expedite as needed to meet production and customer requirements.
Identify and pursue cost-saving opportunities through competitive sourcing, supplier collaboration, and value-driven decision-making.
Process raw material rejections (RPOs) efficiently, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution.
Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, stockroom, production, accounting, and customer service teams to resolve issues and maintain smooth material flow.
Communicate clearly, honestly, and proactively with internal teams and external vendors using tools such as Microsoft Teams and email.
Maintain accurate records and support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide flexible operational and administrative support across the department as business needs evolve.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Microsoft Teams
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands
High attention to detail and accuracy in transactional work
Ability to multitask, think critically, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Understanding of inventory management principles and the financial impact of transactions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Commitment to continuous learning, process improvement, and personal development.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Customer/Client Focus
Accountability and Ownership
Collaboration and Teamwork
Adaptability and Agility
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Integrity and Transparency
Solution-Oriented Thinking

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

2–5 years of experience in a supply chain, purchasing role preferably in a manufacturing environment
Associate’s degree preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Stand under 1/3 of the time.
Walk under 1/3 of the time.
Required to sit for long periods of time.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Reach with hands and arms 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Talk or hear 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lift up to 20 pounds under 1/3 of the time.
The above physical demands include duties such as sitting at workstation using PC, making and receiving phone inquiries, packing files, moving within company to communicate with other departments.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working conditions are normal for an office environment and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Moderate noise (examples: business offices with computers and printers, light traffic and visits to factory).
Some travel (1-3%) to various training courses may be required during the year.

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