Buyer Position Available In Mobile, Alabama

Buyer SSAB

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Axis, AL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$56.3K

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9K a year 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement 401(k) 5% Match 401(k) matching Qualifications Procurement Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Manufacturing Business Supply Chain Management Communication skills Full Job Description SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the

U.S. SSAB

has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure. Join SSAB’s transformation journey! Become our next Buyer! Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil-free by around 2030. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and push for the green transformation of the whole steel industry. About the Position The Buyer supports the business by procuring MRO materials, supplies, and services to meet the operational and project requirements of the steel mill. The Buyer is responsible for issuing Purchase Orders (PO), follow-up and closure of Purchase Orders, leading RFQ (request for quote) process, and supplier selection to include supplier relationship management (SRM.) The position is on site. Main Responsibilities Prepare and issue Purchase Orders in compliance with SSAB purchasing policies and procedures. Work closely with the mill operations, maintenance groups and Central Stores to determine ongoing product and inventory requirements needed for efficient production. Interact with external suppliers in a professional and timely manner to ensure business needs are met. Lead commercial discussions and negotiations with approved suppliers to achieve lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Manage inventory levels within the parameters set by the business and expedite orders as needed. Track and analyze inventory usage, and report deviations that could pose risk to supply. Track and report on metrics as identified by the business. Perform general tasks related to the procurement process: supplier evaluations, requests for quote, competitive bids, monitor quality of product. Seek cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives with the supply base. Work with our internal sustainability team to ensure ethical standards are followed within the supply base. Work with RFE (Request for Expenditure) requesters to support pre-work and execution of the approved RFE. Lead procurement projects in support of SSAB growth and improvement projects. About You 2+ years of procurement experience including negotiations, preferably in a manufacturing setting. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a closely-related field. (A High School Diploma may be considered for applicants with at least 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.) Strong computer, analytical, organizational, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. Enthusiasm, a proactive approach, a continuous improvement mindset, accuracy, and meticulous attention to detail.

Preferred:

Experience with or knowledge of MRO procurement in a steel mill environment. Experience in capital project procurement support and supplier relationship management. Our Offer At SSAB we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values

• driven, true and ahead
• in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do.

This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond. We offer a wide range of benefits to our team members: Bonuses Profit sharing 401(k) with 5% employer match 10 paid holidays Vacation Excellent, affordable benefits Tuition reimbursement Challenging and interesting work Friendly and inclusive workplace Work for a global company committed to sustainability SSAB’s vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world. SSAB’s values form the guiding principals of our company. They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things. SSAB’s values are: Driven

• Together we create value True
• Do what is right Ahead
• Future in mind