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Why WWT?
At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.
Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution, with $20 billion in annual revenue, combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for large public and private organizations around the world. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps customers and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.
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With nearly 10,000 employees and more than 55 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 13 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and leadership focus on diversity and inclusion. With this culture at its foundation, WWT bridges the gap between business and technology to make a new world happen for its customers, partners, and communities.
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This position will be hybrid work from home and based out of the Cityzen Epicentro office located in Belen, Heredia Province.
Job Summary
The Buyer position resides within the Global Order Operations team and interacts directly with Inside Sales, WWT Account Managers, Order Management, Program Managers, authorized suppliers and end-user customers when necessary. The Buyer will ensure that items and services purchased from specifised suppliers are delivered according to agreed upon terms and conditions. This role is expected to develop and maintain strong business relationships with both internal and external customers. This involves working closely with suppliers to develop business relationships that help facilitate a more streamlined approach to sourcing while ensuring high levels of service are maintained.
Job Responsibilities
- Creates run rate purchase orders
- Follows up to ensure delivery of purchase orders
- Supports resolution of nonconforming material
- Maintains and disseminates routine reporting
- Resolves routine issues as well as supports troubleshooting of more complex issues
- Facilitates return to vendor material processes
- Displays persistence and determination in the face of adversity
- Conveys ideas clearly and succinctly through written communication
- Applies a customer service mindset and strives to deliver customer delight
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Related Field preferred
Work Experience
2+ years procurement/buyer experience, strongly prefer experience with an Information Technology company.
Strong English written and verbal communication.
Experience working in a fast paced environment.
Experience with an ERP or MRP system (Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, AS400, etc.)
Experience with Excel - specifically VLookups, Pivot tables, and basic analysis/reporting skills.
Other Work Experience
Office environment
Travel Requirements
None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Core functional/technical skills required include: Multi tasking & prioritization; operational excellence; relationship management; attention to detail; troubleshooting; systems thinking
Additional functional/technical skills required include: Data analysis; business insight
Customer service skills
Utilizes resources to complete tasks; tracks own efficiency using reports and tools
Basic familiarity with basic understanding of Supply/Demand
Basic ability to understand and manipulate data from a variety of sources
Excellent oral and written communication skills required
Accurately keeps track of details and deliverables
This position is required to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on doing whatever it takes to get the job done and deliver customer delight
The nature of the role requires an ability to deliver high quality, thorough and accurate work on deadlines through successful navigation of shifting customer requirements and competing organizational demands
The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:
- Health and Wellbeing: Combined Health Insurance (Dental and Vision), Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
- Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Bereavement
Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program and more
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is more than a commitment at WWT -- it is the foundation of what we do. Through diverse networks and pipelines, we have a clear vision: to create a Great Place to Work for All. We believe inclusion includes U. Be who U are at WWT!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Differently Abled.