Buyer II

Responsible for purchasing all components needed to construct, repair, or replace Valmet equipment. This role primarily involves handling smaller-value projects, including complete contract (CC Projects) and commodity-based purchases. A key aspect of this position is leveraging advanced Excel skills for data analysis and supporting the team with accurate data maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the procurement of materials according to the project schedule.
• Create purchase orders in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy in project requirements such as liquidated damages (LDs), shipping modes, and manufacturing schedules.
• Obtain supplier acknowledgments promptly to confirm pricing and delivery terms.
• Expedite or defer deliverables as needed to meet project requirements.
• Prepare forecast and inventory analysis reports, actively seeking opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate and expedite all open purchase orders.
• Plan and implement all necessary actions, regularly perform shortage analysis to ensure material availability supports company and project objectives.
• Stay informed of schedule priorities and any internal or external changes.
• Negotiate improved delivery schedules when needed.
• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal teams for assigned open purchase orders.
• Communicate supplier manufacturing schedules to the Quality department to facilitate inspection planning.
• Provide required documentation to support logistics.
• Complete necessary SAP steps to facilitate shipments.
• Follow up with suppliers on preliminary packing lists and shipment readiness.
• Maintain accurate records of expediting and coordination activities.
• Continuously focus on improving expediting, scheduling, and shipping processes.
• Notify the supervisor about workload status and potential problem areas.
• Analyze and maintain supply chain data.
• Identify and correct data errors promptly.
• Create and maintain purchasing records, providing clear and timely reports.
• Oversee the entire project execution, from purchase order (PO) creation to expediting for on-time delivery, including daily visits to the workshop to monitor subcontract order status.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Previous purchasing or buyer experience.
• Strong skills in data analysis using Microsoft Excel; advanced proficiency is essential.
• Familiarity with Power BI is a plus.
• Strong ability to handle data processing and analysis.
• On-site work required, including daily visits to the workshop.

Benefits

• 401k with company match.
• Company-funded pension.

Pay

Generous wage starting between $85,000–$92,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.