Buyer

Role and Responsibilities

• Analyze existing demand to build purchase orders for production demand using KanBans and vendor consignment wherever applicable.
• Negotiate cost reductions with suppliers.
• Select and suggest suppliers based on research, past performance, product offerings, service, etc.
• Support new product builds, searching for appropriate raw materials and managing deliveries to meet project timelines.
• Support machine builds, tooling, and maintenance managing the purchase of materials specified by Operations setting up KanBan as appropriate.
• Perform supplier visits, including supplier audits.
• Maximize inventory turns through lead time reductions and minimal order quantities while still ensuring material is available to the floor.
• Provide forecasts to supply chain by converting sales demand into material demand utilizing bills of materials, yield, etc.
• Alert appropriate departments of changes to delivery schedule, price, or supplier change requests.

Requirements

• Associates degree or at least 3 years of applicable experience required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Advanced skills in supplier negotiations regarding price, delivery/MOQ/lead times, quality specifications and payment terms
• Experience with Consignment & Supplier Inventory
• Advanced computer skills including Windows Office Suite, specifically Excel skills (pivot tables, VLookup, data analysis)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Attention to detail and accuracy with excellent organizational skills is necessary
• Exceptional problem-solving, verbal and written communication, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and work well with others
• Fluent in English

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