**About ETS:** For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning. Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities. Our portfolio of trusted measures include **TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis®** . Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education. With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint. Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve. **Summary** : The Buyer serves as a professional member of the Corporate Procurement Group within Finance. This role involves the acquisition of goods and services for assigned commodities in compliance with corporate procurement policies and goals, applicable regulatory constraints, and professional procurement practices. **Responsibilities:** + Perform buying duties, purchase of goods and services to ensure economy, quality, and continuity of supply. + Prepare and maintain purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and originating departments. + Evaluate requisition orders for accuracy in terminology and specifications. + Assess planning and procurement requests to ensure alignment with corporate policies and goals, as well as quantity, specifications, + and delivery requirements. + Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations. + Negotiate, draft, and approve purchase orders based of quality of products and/or services. + Identify and evaluate suppliers. + Communicate purchasing policies and procedures to internal and external clients. + Assist clients in initiating requests for goods and/or services. + Negotiate and administer the return and replacement of damaged, defective, or incorrect goods. + Resolve discrepancies with purchase orders, authorize changes in materials, prices, schedules, delivery, payment, receipts and other + terms and conditions as required. + Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function. + Delegated commitment authority on behalf of ETS for all procurement in accordance with Authorized Signature list. + Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve issues such as shortages, missed deliveries, and other problems. + Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders. + Process purchase orders and change orders related to contract issuance. + Foster good relations and a positive image with clients, suppliers, and team members, promoting courtesy, objectivity, and fairness. + Achieve cost /savings/avoidances consistent with annual corporate and department objectives. + Identifies and prioritizes saving opportunities through analytical research of current and historical pricing rates and data. + Utilize the required systems to complete tasks, such as ERP and Contract Module. **Education** : An Associate’s degree in a business-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired Relevant **Years of Experience:** Minimum of 2+ years of progressively responsible procurement experience Other Requirements (Specialized skill sets, behavioral/technical) **ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:** + Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from + Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access! + Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life + Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work + Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution + Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App **ETS is mission driven and action oriented** + Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work. To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees. + How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you! + Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign. Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice. **ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education. We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve. The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process. We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.**