Buyer

About the role

Pattison ID helps companies deploy their identity for maximum consistency, engagement and impact across physical and digital signage, and branded environments. Our comprehensive signage solutions, including exterior, interior, wayfinding, and digital signage, redefine how brands connect with their audiences. We offer architectural, digital services, sign maintenance solutions and flexible leasing options. As one of the largest companies in our industry, with 7 manufacturing facilities, 8 sales and operations offices, and over 1,000 employees across the US and Canada, Pattison ID is committed to offering a culture where team members can achieve their unique career ambitions, while embodying our Core Values of Innovation, Delight, Dependability, Involvement and Drive. Pattison ID is seeking a Buyer to join our Manufacturing Team. The Buyer will assist with managing manufacturing projects at the Albuquerque facility, including ordering materials and supplies, monitoring inventory, tracking & analyzing usage data, entering information into the ERP system, and overseeing shipping.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring inventory, updating current counts, and making purchases as needed for stock material and supplies to maintain Production Schedule
• Monitoring inventory, updating current counts, and making purchases as needed for first aid supplies, cleaning supplies, and office supplies
• Track data on usage of material, analyze to predict future needs, and adjust min and max as necessary
• Develop and implement processes to improve accuracy and efficiency of the inventory management system
• Adjust Inventory as directed due to damage or physical count cycles
• Receive materials into inventory system after arrival
• Work with new Vendors and Suppliers to setup credit accounts and get vendor information packages completed
• Send information to relevant PSG departments to create new vendors in Epicor
• Research materials and supplies needed to find more suitable products that improve quality and efficiency
• Identify and contact approved Vendors with best pricing
• Purchase project material per design requirements in coordination with Scheduler
• Purchase Tools and Supplies as approved by the Plant Manager
• Track all spending with Purchase Log and update from monthly P&L
• Interface with ERP as needed to create Pos, Receipt Pos, Create Part Numbers
• Work with AP to get invoices paid on time and ensure PO's match invoices
• Process recurring facility expenses such as utilities and services
• Adhere to all Health & Safety rules, procedures, and policies

Requirements

Required Experience in manufacturing processes and purchasing, inventory, and logistics

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Skills & Competencies

• Strict sense of professional ethics
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Organized, attentive to detail, and conscientious
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Creative and innovative
• Systems and procedure development