Job Description
Summary:
The Buyer assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for Badger Color Concentrates, Inc while contributing directly the the organizations goals and objectives.
Essential Duties:
· Prepare and send purchase orders to approved vendors.
· Manage and review raw material needs to support production demand.
· Expedite / de-expedite materials based on production demand / schedule.
· Communicate and report supplier performanc metrics and drive performance improvements in supply base.
· Manage inventories on Raw Materials. Ensure inventory data is correct and up to date in Badger Color’s ERP system.
· Manage and reconcile receiving and invoicing issues.
· Work with logistics providers to ensure on-time delivery of purchased goods.
· Collaborate with production planning, global sourcing, and suppliers on problem-solving activities.
· Perform system duties with order confirmations, updated pricing, or vendor approval.
· Perform cycle count postings as needed.
· Performs other related duties as requested.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Experience with computerized inventory systems is required.
· Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the associated functional area.
· Experience in Chemicals, Compounding, Plastics, or Composition style manufacturing preferred.
· Forklift operator certification is preferred.
· Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers and the purchasing department.
· Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
· Prior experience working with Inventory Management Systems.
· Experience with KPIs and Metrics Management.
· Proficient keyboarding skills.
· Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
· Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Company Description
This is your opportunity to join a company on the cutting edge of its industry. Grow your career with a growing and expanding company!
Badger Color is passionate about partnering with customers to formulate custom solutions for a sustainable future with industry flexibility, responsiveness, and reliability.
We value putting people and customers first. Apply to join our team today!!
This is your opportunity to join a company on the cutting edge of its industry. Grow your career with a growing and expanding company! \r\nBadger Color is passionate about partnering with customers to formulate custom solutions for a sustainable future with industry flexibility, responsiveness, and reliability. \r\nWe value putting people and customers first. Apply to join our team today!!