Buyer I Modern Industries - 3.8 Tempe, AZ Job Details 10 hours ago Qualifications Stock control methods High school diploma or GED Negotiating purchasing contracts Part sourcing

Full Job Description Duties/Responsibilities:

Interprets demand signals (MRP, Requisitions, Kanban cards etc.) and makes financially sound purchasing decisions. Understands inventory control principles and processes and the impact of inventory to the financial health of the business. Coordinates with other functions (including Quality, Engineering, Finance, Operations etc.) to ensure timely fulfillment of material and service requirements in support of the business. Works actively to identify, engage, and manage relationships with suppliers capable of meeting the business requirements relative to Cost, Delivery, Service, and Quality. Maintains records and systems consistent with professional approach to purchasing activities.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Must have minimal knowledge of commonly used purchasing policies, processes and procedures. Must have minimal knowledge of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures. Must have minimal knowledge of material work planning and methods engineering processes and procedures. Has minimal knowledge and ability to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.

Education and Experience :

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree a plus 0-3 years purchasing related experience or have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned tasks. Degrees can supplant experience requirement. MRP/ERP experience a plus. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.