Buyer - Arden, NC

Job OverviewPurchase items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements. Plans, directs and controls activities relating to materials orders, purchasing, shipping and receiving, and the movement and storage of materials used in the manufacturing of Hubbell Arden. Involvement in promoting and driving continuous improvement in all processes within the plant.A Day In The LifeResponsible for purchasing components and/or raw materials from initial negotiation through final completion of a contractResponsible for preparing facility KPI and individual performance reports for all areas of the facility Assist in negotiation with the new suppliers to obtain best quality material at the lowest priceResponsible for material planning, purchasing, and coordinates deliveries according to material requirements schedule located in SAPDevelop action plan with suppliers to resolve any issues regarding quality, on time delivery, or shipping damageAssist accounting on the outstanding invoices for payment per negotiated guidelinesReact to engineering changes or new products, ensuring the availability of material at the appropriate inventory levelPerform other purchasing functions in the plant as requestedAssist in coordinating and completing annual physical inventoryDrive continuous improvement within supplier organization and reporting processesPerforms other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisorWhat will help you thrive in this role?Required Qualifications:BS in Technical or Business Field or equivalent work experience is preferred, Associate's with relevant experience or significant relative experience is also acceptable. Preferred Skills:SAP ERP ExperienceAPICS or CPIM CertificationManufacturing environment experienceExperience in Electrical or Electronic procurementStrong cost negotiation and supplier management skills