Buyer

Primary Purpose

Responsible for efficient purchasing of all inventory and supplies for the company including negotiating price, delivery, and credit terms. Evaluates vendors and determines most cost-effective inventory and reorder levels.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepares and issues purchase orders, determines and negotiates prices as required by Supply Chain Manager and/or VP of Operations, confirms expected delivery schedules, negotiates credit terms, and maintains accurate purchasing records
• Develops and implements procurement strategies designed to reduce costs and improve quality, service, and delivery from suppliers
• Evaluates inventory reorder levels, MRP analysis, and quantity price breaks to determine most economical purchasing of inventory and supplies in relationship to the company’s cost of capital.
• Reassess inventory requirements and make the necessary changes based on forecasts, actual sales, vendor performance to provide optimum inventory levels
• Responsible for evaluating, assessing, and selection of vendors based on capabilities, performance, and consistent quality. Develop and maintain supplier relationships
• Assist in achieving corporate goals related to inventory turns and purchase price goals
• Prepares monthly KPI reports and advises Operation’s team of any delivery concerns
• May perform other duties as required and/or assigned

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, physical demands and/or ability required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of associate’s degree from an accredited university or college, bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years’ production and inventory control experience or exposure.
• Understanding of work orders, job floor packets, material requirements planning, bills of material, and ERP systems

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with accounting and logistics principles
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with people

 

Certifications and Licenses

• CPM preferred

Working Conditions

• This position usually works regular business hours but may be required to work evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
• Works in an office and factories settings, may have to travel between sites locally. Job site and remote field work may be required as needed.
• May work around heavy machinery, noisy, and/or dirty conditions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, kneel, reach, lift, sit, in hot, cold, dusty, elevated, noisy area where foot and automated equipment movement, airborne, dust/fumes, and ultraviolet light are present.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

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