Buyer

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.

·       Provides input into the development of departmental strategic goals.

·       Responsible for meeting purchasing metrics and providing the information for the purchasing performance metrics.

·       Actively participates in the resolution of commercial issues as they relate to the assigned commodities.

·       Implements innovative and effective purchasing activities to meet and exceed purchasing objectives.

·       Develops and manages supplier relationships with assigned suppliers.

·       Responsible for preparing request for quotations (RFQ’s) based on projections for combined plant quantity and material requirements.

·       Analyzes and assess quotes for timeliness, accuracy, quality, price and service as necessary to meet program and customer requirements.

·       Based on quote analysis recommends or selects suppliers according to purchase policy guidelines and consistent with commodity strategies.

·       Responsible for understanding all plant requirements for the assigned commodities in order to leverage buying power.

·       Pursues cost saving initiatives and supports engineering change management system with required commercial information.

·       Purchases materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.

·       Negotiates vendor contracts including price, quality, payment terms and service, along with customization of the contract to fit the needs of the plants.

·       Collects, analyzes and monitors category specific information relating to spend, supplier performance, user adoption and compliance, standards and specifications and applicable industry benchmarks.

·       Responsible for purchasing large amounts of commodities and must be knowledgeable of marketplace cost drivers.

·       Close interaction with corporate and plant personnel is required.

·       Possesses strong knowledge of the OEMs as well as plant operations.

·       Utilize purchasing terminology.

·       Utilize supplier relationship management programs that focus on quality, productivity and innovation.

·       Assists the plants in following up to expedite delivery and shipment.

·       Must be knowledgeable of marketplace cost drivers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

·       Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. Masters Degree preferred.

·       Minimum six (6) or more years experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

·       Effective negotiating skills

·       Ability to learn a purchase order system.

·       Ability to use creative methods to manage inventories and supply agreements.

·       Ability to understand complex equipment and production projects.

·       Solid presentation and communication skills

·       Strong finance, quantitative, and analytical skills

·       Understanding of manufacturing processes and techniques (TQM, Six Sigma, etc.)

·       Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

·       Excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills.

·       Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office software.