Print Buyer Job at POINT - Nigeria

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Job Title: Print Buyer  

Employer: POINT – Nigeria

Based at: Point Office @ HQ contract of the employer

Position reports to: The Account Manager of the Company, but is expected to adhere to instruction from the Companies Management structure.

Job Purpose:

•   To perform the duties and tasks of a buyer by responding to and following up on queries relating to print within the client and ensuring on time quote and job delivery.

•   To monitor and oversee the use of systems and procedures, ensuring a trouble free workflow, with specific attention to promoting Noosh within the clients' staff and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1.   To ensure all processes of Noosh are adhered to since we are a system Info Company – Please see the detailed Noosh process below.

2.   Through communication with Client and suppliers, offer a service to provide a smooth workflow and ensure deadlines are met.

3.   Ensure that estimates go out to tender, quotes sent to Client, orders are placed on time, finalising of job on Noosh.

4.   To maintain the suppliers lists ensuring all information is updated.

5.   Adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials, specifically the proof printer.

6.   To develop the skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of print buyer on an ongoing basis

7.   7.      Perform other routine tasks as assigned and as requested by management

The Noosh Process:

1.   Opening of projects & Inviting team members (Agency and Client)

2.   Inputting specs and sending RFQ (Request for Quote) to Point in the Client account

3.   Inputting specs and sending out RFE (Request for Estimate) in the Point account

4.   Receiving Estimates from supplier and ensure that all is correct

5.   Once all estimates received, choose the best quote and send to Client via the Client account for approval

6.   Upon receipt Client Purchase Order, order to be placed with Supplier from Point account

7.   Receive artwork from agency, play out Fogra proof, send to client for approval (Proofs MUST be signed by Client)

8.   On approval, send proof and disc to supplier

9.   Proactively check with supplier to ensure delivery deadlines or distribution is met

10.   Communicate any change orders first before accepting, if accepted change order to be done in Client account and send to brand manager for acceptance

11.   On delivery and completion of job, orders need to be closed Point with Client on Noosh

12.   Once Point buyers receive notification of order closure, they need to accept or decline dependant on if they are in agreement or not

13.   Invoices to be accepted and supplier ratings to be done

14.   Samples to be checked for quality and that correct specs were followed

JOB SKILLS:

•   Organization and Planning including effective time management

•   Prioritising tasks

•   Building Client and supplier relationships

•   Team player

•   Knowledge sharing

•   Good Telephonic and written communication

•   A thorough understanding of the printing process

•   A sound knowledge of printing specifications

•   Ability to work under pressure

•   Character qualities

•   Trust

Desired Skills and Experience: Print experience, at least 5-10 years in specialized field.

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