Buyer

About the role

The Buyer will facilitate the procurement of materials and related services required by the company to maintain Sonny’s position as a world class provider of conveyorized equipment, parts and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Cook up purchase orders for production materials to meet the overall production schedule
• Gather and process purchase order acknowledgments, gather status updates on overdue orders, expedite parts when necessary
• Maintain status notes and delivery information in database
• Collaborate with Master Scheduler to determine urgency level on delays and escalate issues to Purchasing Manager
• Order shop and packaging supplies
• Communicate with shop personnel on urgent issues and discrepancies related to shop and packaging supplies
• Order office and janitorial supplies as needed
• Aid in transacting engineering changes utilizing databases
• Update and maintain item master records in database, transact revision level changes, maintain inventory disposition by coordinating with Inventory Coordinators and Accounts Payable Department
• Inactivate obsoleted part numbers in database
• Maintain current pricing files and record supplier quotations in files and database
• Record cost changes in PPV Report
• Submit electronic requests for quote to suppliers
• Maintain orderly purchasing files, including supplier information and records
• Set up new suppliers in database and ensure all required forms are gathered, properly completed, and electronically filed
• Maintain Preferred Supplier List
• Negotiate with suppliers for goods and services, to obtain the best price and delivery
• Monitor supplier performance to determine that the supplier is capable of delivering the desired goods or services on time, in the correct quantities without sacrificing quality
• Resolve shipment errors with supplier
• Support the concept of supplier scorecards and works towards gathering and communicating supplier performance in the areas of: quality, price, delivery, and service
• Participate in correcting and transacting supplier quality issues in conjunction with Quality Department
• Absorb in-process rejections
• Absorb returns to suppliers (RTV) in a timely manner
• Maintain and update Vendor Relationship Module in database to ensure contact information, account terms, and account information is current
• Collaborate with the Accounting Department to resolve invoice discrepancies on purchase orders
• Perform other administrative tasks as requested to support department needs
• Manage more challenging and complex suppliers
• Buys material utilizing the MRP system
• Purchase order acknowledgements & manage exceptions (quantity, price & delivery date)
• Expedite parts due to late delivery or as identified in shortage reports/meetings
• Blanket PO management
• Understand cause of issues & recommend/implement solutions using Root Cause / Corrective Analysis
• Lead supplier meetings
• Work shortages and escalate shortages, ship holds, or other issues to Sr. Buyer or Manager as needed

Qualifications

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Communication Skills - The ability to write clearly, succinctly, and understandably. The ability to effectively communicate and relate well to all kinds of people. Treats all people with respect, courtesy and consideration; respects differences in the attitudes and perspectives of others; listens, observes and strives to gain understanding of others.
• Confidentiality - handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications - Proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Outlook, Adobe, Power Point, and Internet Explorer.
• ADP payroll experience a must.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Planning/Organizing – the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently and completes work in a timely manner.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Technical Knowledge – Thorough knowledge of payroll policies and procedures.
• Teamwork - The ability to work effectively and productively with others. Shares responsibility with team members for successes and failures.
• Working Conditions / Education / Experience
• Inside office environment.
• Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand or sit and move about the facility.
• Education and Formal Training: High School Diploma or GED 2 year degree required. 4 year degree preferred.
• Experience: 2 year degree required. 4 year degree preferred.
• Certifications: APICS Member with CPIM Certification a plus 2+ years’ experience as purchasing agent / buyer Strong computer skills – especially Microsoft Office (excel, word), any type of computerized accounting/purchasing software package Mechanical aptitude Experience in manufacturing and MRP systems Experience with a large number of suppliers Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaker preferred

Benefits

100% employer paid medical plan. Other optional benefit programs are available to our employees and their families which include: 401(k) match, additional medical plans, dental, vision, flex spending account, short-term and long-term disability & life insurance coverage.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD