Job Purpose:

The Buyer position requires a knowledge of basic purchasing functions. The Buyer must be able to apply this knowledge when reviewing requisitions for materials and/or equipment purchases to find the best purchasing opportunity for Industries with respect to cost, quality and delivery.

Key Accountabilities:

•             Ensure optimal flow of material from suppliers to manufacturing/distribution facilities in alignment with the operations plan

•             Work with cross functional teams to identify critical materials and/or equipment

•             Review requisitions for material and equipment to determine best vendor based on price, delivery, and quality with minimal supervision

•             Develop bid lists and bid packages for the purchase of materials and equipment

•             Evaluate vendor quotations to ensure price, quality, and delivery

•             Provide procurement recommendations of vendor selections obtained through the evaluation of vendor quotations and other comparative analysis

•             Demonstrate basic knowledge of commodities being purchased

•             Demonstrate very good knowledge of MRP planning and inventory management principles

•             Ability to evaluate purchase lot size economics to optimize inventory levels while minimizing stock outs and excess inventory

•             Implement effective strategy for various direct material categories that reduce cost, secure supply, support inventory levels and minimize supply chain disruptions

•             Monitor purchase price variance proactively and take steps to mitigate cost inflation

•             Support Sourcing Category Manager by identifying opportunities for alternate sources or cost reduction exercise

•             Understand standard terms and conditions for purchases and how they protect the company from risks and liabilities with minimal supervision

•             Establish compliance reviews to ensure internal processes and suppliers meet or exceed and local laws, policies, and procedures

•             Apply standard processes while meeting business requirements in accordance with Procurement’s policies and procedures with minimal supervision

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Requirements

Required Education & Preferred Certifications

•             Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain

•             At least 3 years of experience in purchasing /procurement is required

•             Experience in one or more of the following categories desirable – Metals, Machining, MRO, Indirect Services

Certificates & Licenses

•             APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable

•             Lean/Six Sigma - Preferred

Required Knowledge / Skills

•             Familiar with industry related commodities

•             Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors

•             Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills

•             Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers

•             Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills

•             Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public

•             Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

•             Experience with data analytical tools like Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel

•             Experience with ERP/MRP systems (JDE Preferred)