Buyer

Location: Smithfield, NC, US Buyer Overall Scope The Buyer makes sure production has what they need and when they need it to meet demand on-time. Responsibilities Purchase Order Execution: Evaluate MRP suggestions, process requisitions, generate PO’s with approved suppliers, schedule deliveries, and follow up to ensure on-time-delivery. Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts while also avoiding obsolete, slow-moving, and excess inventory (OSMI). ERP/MRP Maintenance: Ensure all parameters that affect MRP are up-to-date and aligned with the strategic objectives of the value stream (MOQ, Fixed Lot Multiplier, Lead Times, Fixed Days Supply, Safety Stock, Forecast, Sourcing Assignments, etc.). When MRP suggestions “don’t make sense,” troubleshoot why and then make the appropriate parameter adjustments. Supplier Relations: Resolve day-to-day issues regarding delivery delays, pricing discrepancies, minor quality issues, etc. Collaborate with Quality Engineers/Supplier Quality Engineers for more technical quality issues. Communicate rev changes to approved suppliers. Price Negotiation: Secure competitive pricing and drive for best cost solutions. Negotiate routine price increases and, if necessary, elevate to strategic sourcing team. Additional Responsibilities Manage daily order exceptions. Review cell pull demand report and MRP workbench to ensure that MRP planned orders are aligned with the production plan. Develop and drive solutions to supply issues through negotiation, escalation, and proposing supply chain alternatives. Ensure that all requirements, pricing, terms, conditions and expectations are clearly documented and acknowledged by the supply chain. Work with suppliers to institute and manage two bin Kanban Programs, Warehouse Distribution Models and VMI where needed. Ensure that these programs are designed to support designated product lines and operate efficiently. Create schedules to establish sequence and lead time of each operation and department to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts and customer orders as needed. Communicate accurate PO delivery dates and lead time updates to department stakeholders. Be prepared to provide updates to production on daily gemba walks. Work with production leads and supervisors to investigate and resolve discrepancies involving material replenishment, due dates, and capacity. Reconcile open order reports, discrete jobs, and outside process work orders on a regular basis. Assist Purchasing Manager in implementing material changes generated by Engineering Change Notices, and New Product Introductions. Maintain integrity of frozen costs for purchased items in ERP system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects, and in some cases take the lead on projects. Help resolve AP issues and invoice discrepancies. Other duties as assigned. Experience / Qualifications Minimum – Associate’s of Applied Science Degree and two‑three years of direct tactical procurement experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, or equivalent education and work experience. (Bachelor’s Degree preferred) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) – Required Proficiency with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs – Preferred Proficiency with ERP systems (experience with Oracle is a plus) Thorough knowledge of MRP & MPS planning systems and principles Full understanding of supply chain management principles & change management Basic understanding of lean manufacturing, assembly processes, machining, and metal fabrication are highly desired Aligned with company values: High ethical standards, openness and trust, respects and values people, collaborative entrepreneurial spirit, expectations for results, winning through customers. Must be highly organized and work well in cross‑functional teams Solution‑oriented; drive for continuous improvement Interpersonal communication skills Negotiation skills Must be able to walk throughout production floor and wear required PPE (safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes, etc.) Must be on‑site 5 days/week (there is some flexibility with working remotely in this role, but it must be used sparingly on a case‑by‑case basis) Benefits 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account; health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off; business travel services; employee discounts; employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr