Buyer- Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

This position is for  On-Site at the Dayton, TN Factory.

Responsibilities 

 

• Managing purchase-to-pay process in nominated categories
• Ability to manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including developing (RFI/RFP) packages, evaluating supplier proposals and negotiating contract terms.
• Acting as a "business partner" to internal departments (IT, HR, Finance) to understand their needs and align them with procurement strategies.
• Purchase order and delivery schedule planning and placing within the frame agreements given by Category Manager, strategic purchaser or Regional Procurement Manager
• Proficiency in analyzing supplier spend, market trends, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to identify cost-reduction opportunities
• Analyzing material markets and supplier stability to ensure long-term assurance of supply
• Delivery control and order confirmation handling
• Daily communication with suppliers regarding deliveries
• Minor claim handling
• Contribution to supplier KPI measurement (service and delivery accuracy)
• Invoice error handling
• Input for intercompany material flow management (in cooperation with logistics)
• Contributes to the development of operational procurement processes and category team work
• Escalates supply issues and risks to regional procurement and category manager
• Deliver targeted results
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Purchasing / Supply Chain Management or related field. 
• 1 - 3 years of experience in operational procurement within a global manufacturing organization
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Ability to conduct routine tasks with meticulous approach and attention to detail
• Must be able to make decisions with insufficient information regarding material demand
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase order timing and delivery schedule to secure sufficient supply of materials
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase price (within the approval limits)
• Proficient with MS-office and ability to learn new systems
• Professional verbal and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with global vendors and high-level internal leadership.
• Attention to detail
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position will not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.
• Must be located withing commuting distance to Dayton, TN Factory.