Job Summary:

As a Buyer I, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and supplies essential for our manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to grow and contribute in a fast-paced environment. You will work in collaboration with other departments including Supply Chain, Assembly, and Sales.

Essential Functions

• Research, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Work with external suppliers to obtain the best price and delivery for all required commodities including raw materials, MRO, and facilities maintenance supplies.
• Execute and maintain purchase orders according to the demand driven by ERP system.
• Issue inner-company purchase orders to various SFE facilities as required.
• Work alongside Planner / Analyst to schedule and route inbound containers from international sources.
• Monitor open purchase orders with external suppliers to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain supplier proficiency rating by evaluating supplier OTD, DOA and quality defects, and prices.
• Review daily reports and confirm all required parts have been purchased according to target stock and production requirements.
• Work with the warehouse team to ensure all inbound shipments are routed optimally to reduce cost and transit times.
• Issue purchase orders and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the warehouse team to identify purchasing needs.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Stay updated on market trends and potential supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain item master with min/max point, primary vendor information, and standard cost.
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field preferred; and a minimum of five years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in the manufacturing sector
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with ERP systems.
• Ability to work within shared documents (i.e., network-shared spreadsheets and Microsoft Teams groups) to provide accurate and accessible interdepartmental information.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.