Buyer

About the role

Purchasing of materials, components, supplies, and services essential to support operations for a GSE manufacturer. Ensure purchases from a global supply base meet required quality and quantity at the most economical cost and with timely delivery.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders according to MRP demand and incoming requisition forms
• Analyze MRP demand and adjust orders according to production schedule needs
• Update item data settings to improve MRP signals
• Coordinate domestic and international transportation
• Develop supply base to meet business requirements of on-time delivery (OTD), quality, inventory turns, etc.
• Prepare and issue RFQ requests, and compare total cost of ownership (TCO) to find the best supply chain setup
• Challenge vendor quotes and drive cost reductions; report cost savings
• Manage vendor warranty claims
• Maintain clear and efficient communication with internal and external personnel
• Work closely with planning, operations, and engineering teams
• Establish standards and procedures for continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as designated by the department manager
• Continuously improve technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, seminars, exhibits, and trade shows

Requirements

• 2-4 years of related purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to resolve supply chain, inventory, quality, and supplier-related issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with an ERP system (Infor/Baan preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• APICS certification preferred