**Job Summary**:The Buyer I will review and analyze purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information, solicit bids from the approved vendor list (AVL), and create purchase orders. Will ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and policies in addition to working with vendors to ensure all invoices are accurate, complete, and paid. Will communicate directly with the Sourcing Manager and Sr. Buyers as needed to implement new processes and procedures.**Essential Duties & Responsibilities**:- Review, evaluate, and monitor purchase requisitions for proper authorization, specifications, and compliance- Identify and select vendors from the AVL to procure materials and/or services meeting criteria of price, quality, availability, and delivery dates- Establish and maintain supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance- Research and resolve receiving and accounts payable issues- Coordinate with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of products and/or services- Ensure compliance with sourcing policies and procedures- Maintain and improve upon FieldCore purchasing system.- Maintain all Buyer related metrics to include root cause corrective action- Perform other duties to help proactively drive our FieldCore vision and align with our organization's core values.**Required Qualifications & Experience**:- High School diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience- 3+ years purchasing experience- Experience with procurement and purchasing systems is required- English proficiency required- Minimal travel required**Desired Characteristics**:- Bachelor's degree preferred- Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures, including vendor qualification and performance monitoring- Solid analytical skills and strong results-oriented aptitude- Advanced computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office and MRP / ERP systems- Attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills- Exceptional oral and written communication skills- Skillful in establishing and maintaining working relationships with departments and suppliers- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently with time constraints- Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and creative thought processing skills**About FieldCore**:- FieldCore is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law_