Buyer

About the role

Position Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the ordering process by reviewing approved requisitions and converting them into Purchase Orders (PO) with the best source.
• Confirm POs with suppliers and expedite as necessary to ensure they fulfill the needs of the requestor.
• Drive compliance in preferred supplier selection and other terms for purchased goods and materials.
• Maintain and execute on a portfolio of saving projects to support the company's spend efficiency and cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in supplier selection and onboarding activities.
• Develop/foster cross-functional relationships to better understand current and future requirements and provide feedback to the business.
• Identify potential new supply sources to increase competition for future project needs.
• Direct discussions with inspection or quality control personnel, users, and suppliers regarding defective or unacceptable goods or services.
• Periodically review open orders to determine if expediting, cancellation, or closure is necessary.
• Ensure required follow-up is completed and act as the liaison with accounting and operations to resolve discrepancies.
• Responsible for ensuring ongoing cost reduction and encouraging continuous supplier improvement.
• Utilize quantitative skills to analyze, validate, and manage large amounts of data, specifically for problem solving, project support, and trend analysis of multi-projects.
• Enforce compliance of internal control practices for activities performed under the purchasing functions, including requisitions and approvals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience working in manufacturing and/or operations environments.
• Experience with spot purchases, procurement, and supply agreements is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and data management, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Coupa, SAP, ERP, and e-sourcing tools are a plus.
• Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing environments and variables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with cross-functional groups.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Qualifications

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages.
• Company-provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.