Buyer

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a hard-working team that rewards commitment and loyalty? Are you interested in building a career with a best-in-class, growing, family-owned company that delivers on its quality promise? Come join Advance Storage Products where we value honesty, integrity, and commitment to our team members and our customers. About Advance: Established in 1958, Advance Storage Products is the country's leading manufacturer of pushback systems, producing nearly half of all systems sold in the US. Advance's LoPro Pushback racking solution is recognized as the "gold standard" for ease of installation, ease of operation, quality and durability. Our warehouse pallet racking solutions are used in major installations for many Fortune 500 companies. The Buyer position is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, plant consumables, custom parts, and supplies to support operations utilizing the JIT manufacturing methodology. This position will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager and with the operations team to maintain company standards and follow established procedures in assigned location/manufacturing plant. RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain relationships and manage vendors to include monitoring lead-times and needed cost negotiations with wholesalers and suppliers. Assist the Materials & Supply Chain Manager in the negotiation and maintenance of contracts for assigned location. Measure supplier performance based on KPI’s tied to quality, safety and service level. Forecast weekly demand at assigned manufacturing plant and enter/monitor purchase orders to fulfill material requirements by the needed request date. Adjust purchases and deliveries as needed to accommodate changes to demand and product expedites. Oversee and maintain current and required inventory levels of materials, products (buy out parts), and supplies. Maintain ERP and other files and records of material data and vendor transactions. Ensure accurate inventory balances, cycle count process. Responsible for the receipt, verification, and recording of raw materials and products delivered. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Ensure timely reliable delivery of key materials to meet production schedules. Assesses financial risks of purchases. Identify continuous improvement opportunities and collaborates with others as needed to implement change. Assist with research, analysis, and forecast of current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products, with attention to specified target market and demographics. Effective daily collaboration with manufacturing leaders, finance, IT, field sales & marketing, and customer service in support demand planning and inventory control processes. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION: Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ideally with an emphasis in Operations or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred, equivalent experience will be considered. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in purchasing and inventory control in a manufacturing setting. Procurement or related experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in MS Office applications. Hands on ERP systems experience preferred. REQUIRED OUTSIDE TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. CRITICAL SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail. Excellent organizational, planning and scheduling skills Ability to negotiate contracts and pricing. Ability to demonstrate professionalism with suppliers and company team members. Ability to use ERP systems and Excel spreadsheets to improve materials management. Effective time management to prioritize multiple tasks within tight deadlines. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics and associated physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. 10% travel may be required for professional development, training and support. Attendance at trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain current understanding of new products and trends. #J-18808-Ljbffr