Buyer

BASIC FUNCTION

Procure materials and supplies using established purchasing guidelines. Evaluate cost factors to determine overall cost‑effectiveness in decision‑making. Administer and adhere to company purchasing policies and standard operating procedures. Analyze and maintain inventory to ensure satisfactory service levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Arrange for the purchase and delivery of materials, services, and supplies. Place purchase orders with vendors; follow up and expedite as needed to ensure timely delivery and receipt of goods. Work with Customer Service, Sales, and Product Managers to ensure satisfactory inventory levels. Control costs through economies of scale and innovative purchasing techniques. Assist vendors and employees with issues related to purchasing. Complete principal analysis, assessing performance relative to company needs. Review invoices for accuracy based on purchase orders (items ordered, terms, and conditions) and resolve discrepancies. Work with Department Heads to ensure timely invoice approval and payment. Provide SAP support to all requestors within the scope of responsibility. •Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to purchasing, invoices, and vendor matters. Dispose of company assets as requested by obtaining Accounting's book value, establishing minimum selling price, posting items for sale internally and externally, and soliciting bids. Implement and monitor regional purchasing programs across other Omya Specialty Materials offices; train personnel as needed on programs and systems. Reconcile inventories and perform physical counts to maintain accurate inventory. Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree in Business and at least five years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. A Bachelor's degree or MBA is preferred. Candidates should have familiarity with an electronic purchasing system, preferably SAP, along with strong communication, organizational, and computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and word processing tools. The ability to work independently without direct supervision is essential. Some travel may be required. Candidates must possess current U.S. employment authorization, as sponsorship is not available for this position. Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Our company was founded 140 years ago and remains a privately-owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland but with offices and plants in more than 50 countries. When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people's lives. Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose Our purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lives, not just our work. All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct which reflects our values and guides our behavior.