Buyer 1

General Description: The Buyer I position assists with the procurement and sourcing of components, raw materials, equipment, and supplies to support manufacturing, blanket Purchase Orders and contracts. The Buyer I would need to demonstrate exceptional service teamwork, accountability, innovation, and competitiveness for the company.

This is accomplished through the following essential functions:

• Source and procure various commodities as requested.
• Attend weekly Production and Engineering Change Order meetings, presenting pertinent updates and working with Production and Engineering to resolve any issues. Prepare weekly meeting review notes.
• Review Engineering Change Orders for accuracy, obtain quotes for any new parts, update suppliers of any changes.
• Track Work Orders for shortages, inform the appropriate team members, and help expedite to ensure on-time delivery.
• Work with suppliers to resolve non-conforming part issues and past due Purchase Orders.
• Gather information regarding evaluation of best price, availability, quality, and delivery to review with Senior Buyers, Purchasing Manager, and/or Supply Chain Manager.
• Act within defined Purchase Order signing authority.
• Author Purchase Orders that are accurate and complete with guidance from Senior Buyers, Purchasing Manager, and/or Supply Chain Manager.
• Author paperwork and data entry work associated with non-conforming material management that is accurate and complete.
• Communicate with outside vendors for shortages or past due situations and update Purchase Orders with current delivery changes.
• Report immediate risk to the company from vendor operations to the Purchasing and/or Supply Chain Manager, or as assigned, and respond as directed.
• Input timely and accurate data to the Enterprise Resource Planning system.
• Maintain baseline information regarding vendor performance metrics and work with Senior Buyers to forecast performance of vendors.
• Assist Senior Buyers in product development timelines to ensure on-time production and delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers.
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible.
• Deliver briefs, updates, and reports when required.
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.
• Explore alternate sources for goods and materials.
• Undertake research on and evaluate existing and new suppliers.
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues.
• Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns (i.e., when there is a risk which could prevent the organization from meeting customer demands or where there are over-capacity concerns).
• Build, maintain, and manage supplier relationships and ensure good communication.
• Collaborate with other Supply Chain team members and other departments to ensure production needs are met.
• Assist with evaluating and analyzing vendor quotations and services.
• Maintain constant communication with supervisor about job progress.
• Clean and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Complete other tasks as assigned. Job Requirements:
• Successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as business needs dictate.
• Learn and maintain a thorough knowledge of all product and service needs as well as stay apprised of industry developments. Skills & Abilities:
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills; numerically astute.
• Demonstrated initiative and innovation in identifying opportunities for improvement and assisting change management initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate agility.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills. Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:
• At least 2 years’ experience in a purchasing role.
• Contract management experience is preferred.
• Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning/Manufacturing Resource Planning system.
• SAP Business One experience is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain management.
• Experience and proficiency with MS Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Education

• Associates Degree preferably in Supply Chain Management or related field. Monday
• Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm