Associate Buyer

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About the role

The Associate Buyer performs purchasing activities in support of production and company’s operation requirements. This role works with internal customers and external suppliers in managing procurement related deliverables, as per company standard practice, to support our internal Supply Chain metrics. Success in the role includes a positive and proactive approach to daily work along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Send Purchase Order Action (POA) reports to suppliers and manage PO Actions on a weekly basis
• Generate and manage purchase order releases for indirect materials, services, and Capex; may support production releases
• Monitor, track, and provide feedback to accurately communicate the PO Status
• Maintain and set up parts in ERP as needed (Preferred supplier, Prime MPN, MOQ/MPQ, Leadtime, NCNR)
• Work with Procurement Manager/Director of Supply Chain to obtain authorization on pricing, NCNR, premium freight, and materials liability
• Source for material shortages to reduce delivery impact while minimizing unfavorable PPV and excess inventory
• Manage Material Review Board (MRB) items related to quality, receiving issues, ECO, and NCR including returns to suppliers
• Execute contract changes
• Execute PFEP (Plan for Every Part)/VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory, e.g., Kanban, Breadman) changes recommended by Commodity Manager/Procurement Manager/Director of Supply Chain
• Adhere to supplier approval and review processes
• Manage stock levels of shop floor consumables, office supplies, and equipment
• Monitor, maintain, and replenish common consumable’s area
• Review packing slips for accuracy of products, put away materials, and approve invoices
• Conduct daily walkthroughs to ensure appropriate stock levels of needed supplies and consumables
• Handle credit card purchases and expense reports
• Drive cost reduction and supplier negotiations for items not owned by commodity management
• Work with Finance/Supplier/Commodity Manager to resolve invoice issues
• Support Buyers on procurement activities
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Supply Chain
• Proficient English business communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows-based operating system and related software
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables, etc.)
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities

Working environment

• Physical and/or mental demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel office equipment, objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and identification, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Working conditions: The working environment is generally clean; however, this position may be exposed to occasional dust, metals/solder, high noise levels from operating machines, or physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts. The employee must wear designated PPE where required. Otherwise, office/business casual attire is appropriate.

Pay

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $20.00 - $23.50 per hour. A shift differential may also be provided depending on the work hours. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits.