In this role, you have the opportunity to

The job of a Buyer is to negotiate with manufacturers or service providers on prices of goods and services. They provide intelligent recommendations to upper management on possible purchases, monitoring market trends and attempting to find the potential deals. They also attempt to find new products that might improve their company's performance.

You are responsible for

• Obtain quotes; negotiate with suppliers, source items with suppliers. Analyze and forecast purchasing needs for the company.
• Run daily reports, update forecasts Process purchase orders through MRP computer system Data Entry in an ERP system.
• Develop and maintain consistent and effective communication with vendors. Planning purchases for future parts procurement based upon delivery schedules.
• Ensures and expedites with vendors so material components are ordered and delivered in a timely manner. Interface and maintain a high degree of communication with other team members to coordinate company goals.
• Multi-task and problem solver for resolution of discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders. Provide support for documentation of returned material, coordinate credit memos with suppliers. Work with engineering department to support new product introduction launches and prototype production builds. Other duties as assigned.

You are a part of

This role is a corporate function with local teams supporting each of the facility needs. Works closely with the multiple departments and functions including Planning, Sales, Finance, Product Management, Contracts, Program Management, and customers. Professionalism and customer focus is our main priority.

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience

• Bachelor’s student or degree in industrial engineering, international business, supply chain or equivalent.
• Requires 3 years of buying experience. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office. Savvy in MS Excel and able to do pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, etc.
• Strong analytical skills. Ability to multi-task and work in a flexible and changing environment with multiple competing deadlines.
• Diligent and detail oriented. Courteous and professional phone manner. High level of integrity and a great work ethic
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior. Requires an understanding of shipping and receiving procedures. U.S. Citizenship. Well organized, detail oriented, conscientious about work quality. Work well under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines. Professional and efficient with internal and external customers. Strong time management skills Excellent written & verbal communications skills.

You should be proficient in:

• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Commodity Purchasing Experience
• Sourcing and Procurement Experience
• Supplier Negotiation Experience
• Contract Negotiation Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Excel

Salary info:

$24 - $38 / hr