Buyer

Position Summary The Buyer is responsible for purchasing all materials, supplies, and equipment at the best price, quality and delivery to satisfy the requisitioner’s requirements. Duties include but are not limited to: Support current CAPEX expansion projects through procurement activities by performing strategic purchasing, tracking and budget control. Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions for goods and services. Implement guidelines. Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history. Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices. Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations. Administer master services agreements, certificates of insurance. Negotiate, or renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives. Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action. Develop alternative sources and or materials. Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes. Maintain accurate records of items purchased, costs, delivery, product performance, and inventories in the ERP. Create purchase requisitions for Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Reorders and check in inventory. Conduct spot counts and cycle counts as necessary. Conduct annual physical counts at the end of the year to prepare for audit. Perform walk-throughs with auditors and accounting for year-end inventory. Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures regarding purchasing. Provide recommendations for procedural improvements. All other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of 5 years purchasing experience in an industrial manufacturing facility. Working knowledge of MRP/ERP computerized inventory or purchasing systems. MRO & CAPEX experience is required. Strong interpersonal skills in communication, contract negotiations, supplier sourcing and supplier development. Good at dealing with the uncertainty / subjectivity associated with the introduction of new products/components. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business documents and contracts. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts for all related purchasing responsibilities. Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office with the ability to build multiple spreadsheets which can be transformed into clear and concise reports. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Push, pull and lift a minimum of 10 pounds. Stand, sit, walk, reach and bend as required. Sit at a desk and operate a computer for an entire shift. Wear safety gear and required PPE. Pass drug test and background checks. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and use E‑Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. #J-18808-Ljbffr