Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for the planning, organizing and procurement of materials and services within every aspect of supply chain management in a manufacturing setting. You will negotiate long-term and short-term transactions with suppliers.

Job Functions:

Ensure that purchase orders are placed on time and delivered on time and at cost. Plans and procures materials in support of manufacturing cells and site requirements. Strategic and tactical sourcing of materials and services for manufacturing. Ability to select and analyze and report supply chain data. Identifies best fit suppliers based on supplier's core competencies. Works proactively with the manufacturing supervisors, planners, and other departments to ensure schedules are maintained and material is readily available. Obtains quotes as requested by supervisors and other departments. Establishes and manages demand-pull system for materials. Monitors and maintains inventory levels. Maintains purchase item database with regards to order quantities, lead times, order policies, vendor information and supplier part# information. Drives cost reduction/ organizational efficiency programs. Assists in Processing disposition or material rejects. Provides feedback to suppliers on their quality, delivery, and cost reduction performance against standards. Responsible for understanding developments and changes at suppliers that may affect the material supply. Coordinates Engineering Change Order (ECO) changes with responsible engineers. Other Supply Chain duties as needed and assigned.

Education & Experience Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production Processes, Business or other related field or equivalent related work experience 5+ years of experience in purchasing/supply chain/ manufacturing/production 3+ years of SyteLine (Infor CSI) purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Other Qualifications:

APICS and/or ISM certification preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Salary range is 75-85k depending on relevant experience