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HANWHA PHILLY SHIPYARD, INC

Buyer

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A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.

$63,924 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Buyer
HANWHA PHILLY SHIPYARD, INC
Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Qualifications Supplier performance analysis Microsoft Excel Construction material procurement Freight documentation management Supplier market research Bachelor of Science Safety regulations SAP Purchase order management Mid-level Schedule management Analysis skills Procurement contract management Vendor performance improvement Desktop applications Vendor relationship management Data interpretation Contracts Negotiating purchasing contracts Delivery record maintenance Collaboration with manufacturing teams Productivity software Purchasing management systems (technically supported) Materials management Leadership 2 years Bachelor of Arts Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Vendor performance monitoring Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ensure that all HPSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are communicated, understood, and followed. Process Purchase Requisitions, Issue Requests for Quotes, develop bid analyses, conduct negotiations and issue Purchase Orders. Use SAP to support purchasing process. Develop successful negotiation strategies for purchase of material, equipment and services for ship production and yard operations. Work closely with Production and Engineering (where necessary) to ensure that materials, equipment or services being ordered and delivered will fulfill all requirements. Monitor vendor performance to make sure all orders arrive on time and within budget. Coordinate and manage General Stock Items (GSI) list and domestic sourcing. Work with Material Control and Production to input Material Problem Report (MPR) and seek resolution. Document project shipments and maintain schedule changes. Work closely with Planning to manage Production Need Dates (PNDs) and communicate to procurement partner. Manage Material Supply Agreement with project procurement partner. Travel may be required. Maintain log of monthly material receipt and commercial invoices. Support meetings required for the project. Conduct market research, obtain quotes and develop estimates for new projects. Work with other Buyers to ensure goods arrives on time and project milestones are met. Support key stakeholders by providing timely updates and information as requested. Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong analytical skills. Strong problem-solving skills. Leadership Willingness to take on new tasks and continue to learn. Strong ability to negotiate and secure best prices and terms. Experience working in a cross-functional team environment. Willingness and ability to work as a team member.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science or Art college degree preferred. Minimum 2 years of Purchasing experience in Shipbuilding industries & Government contracting is plus. Proficient in Microsoft software applications such as Word and Excel. Familiar with Access and Power Point. Proficient in
SAP. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be executed indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions. Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a
TOBACCO-FREE
facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice. Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of employees during employment shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such an individual. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance