Buyer- Purchasing Specialist

This position is for On-Site at the Dayton, TN Factory.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchase-to-pay process in nominated categories
• Ability to manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including developing (RFI/RFP) packages, evaluating supplier proposals and negotiating contract terms.
• Acting as a "business partner" to internal departments (IT, HR, Finance) to understand their needs and align them with procurement strategies.
• Purchase order and delivery schedule planning and placing within the frame agreements given by Category Manager, strategic purchaser or Regional Procurement Manager
• Proficiency in analyzing supplier spend, market trends, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to identify cost-reduction opportunities
• Analyzing material markets and supplier stability to ensure long-term assurance of supply
• Delivery control and order confirmation handling
• Daily communication with suppliers regarding deliveries
• Minor claim handling
• Contribution to supplier KPI measurement (service and delivery accuracy)
• Invoice error handling
• Input for intercompany material flow management (in cooperation with logistics)
• Contributes to the development of operational procurement processes and category team work
• Escalates supply issues and risks to regional procurement and category manager
• Deliver targeted results
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Purchasing / Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in operational procurement within a global manufacturing organization
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Ability to conduct routine tasks with meticulous approach and attention to detail
• Must be able to make decisions with insufficient information regarding material demand
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase order timing and delivery schedule to secure sufficient supply of materials
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase price (within the approval limits)
• Proficient with MS-office and ability to learn new systems
• Professional verbal and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with global vendors and high-level internal leadership.
• Attention to detail
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position will not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.
• Must be located withing commuting distance to Dayton, TN Factory.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligible after one month
• 401(k) matching 100% on first 6%
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Onsite fitness facility
• Fitness reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Short term incentive plan

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• The duties are performed indoors in a traditional office setting with indoor environmental conditions and noise.
• Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer.
• Ability to communicate orally with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial.
• Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
• Occasional work in the manufacturing/warehouse area may be required
• Must be able to continuously stand, hear, listen, talk, walk, bend, stoop, kneel or squat
• Occasionally required to sit, use repetitive hand motion, pull, push and lift up to 20 pounds