Buyer I

About the role

We are currently looking for a Buyer I to be based out of Houston, TX, reporting to the Production Control Manager. This person will be responsible for driving the advancement of supply chain processes and the daily activities of our material replenishment systems to meet customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Support on-time customer delivery and meet inventory turn objectives
• Solicit competitive proposals, evaluate RFQs, prepare sourcing recommendations, create purchase orders, facilitate changes and expedite POs
• Reconcile pending invoices and update master file records as needed
• Takes ownership and actively maintain proper order processing, inclusive of DoA, GL accuracy, and data entry
• Participate in strategic sourcing decisions to achieve corporate goals and objectives
• Outline MRO purchasing activities for execution by the team
• Resolve issues by performing a root cause analysis and implement a solution/preventative action plan
• Collaborate and maintain open communication channels with plant personnel/departments including Quality, Logistics, Finance, and Manufacturing to obtain the best pricings, quality, service and delivery
• Develop and monitor standard costs for raw materials
• Streamline processes, improve raw material cycle times, and oversee supplier managed inventories
• Manage Ad hoc projects and reports to support the development and implementation of MRP systems; manage the databases associated with the procurement modules

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a business discipline or combination of experience and education
• Procurement/Supply Chain negotiating experience in an industrial environment required
• Proficient with MS OS and general purchasing software solutions
• Experience with JDE/Oracle strongly preferred
• Experience with inventory control programs and a working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems
• Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment is highly desirable
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in time and project management
• Ability to work in a team environment and as an individual contributor
• Demonstrate Atkore Core Values – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence

Skills

Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment, effective written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment and as an individual contributor.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Pay

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $54,400 - $74,800. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time.

Schedule

Not specified, but the role is based out of Houston, TX, and reports to the Production Control Manager.