Buyer/Procurement Analyst
Keystone Automotive Operations · Brownstown, MI · 6 days ago
PurchasingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct replenishment buying and placement of purchase orders.
- Maintain service levels at established targets.
- Monitor and manage system forecasting to achieve targeted service levels.
- Conduct new item review and justification.
- Partner with all cross-functional departments to manage product movement and optimize stocking strategies.
- Ensure compliance with contracts and participate in contract improvement as it relates to the buying processes.
- Optimize opportunity buys: plan, justify, make recommendations, obtain approvals, and track.
- Create and track stock adjustments based on predetermined criteria and overstock conditions.
- Negotiate and communicate with suppliers related to returns.
- Research and resolve billing issues as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Purchasing, or related field.
- Minimum one to five years of procurement or management experience.
- Positive attitude and top-notch work ethic.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have great attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced problem-solving ability.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of SQL, including the ability to write and understand basic to intermediate-level queries.
- Experience with forecasting methods & algorithms.
- Knowledge of IBM iSeries systems.