Buyer I

Buyer I Location: Grand Rapids, MI 49503; Work Arrangement: Onsite. Position Summary: Buyer 1 is responsible for on-time delivery and inventory management, supporting cost avoidance and supply chain risk mitigation initiatives across the business. The individual's primary responsibility is to ensure the availability of purchased parts, components, assemblies, and services to satisfy customer orders. Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery with vendor follow up. Complete the required daily routine of MRP actions and associated analysis, problem solving, and reporting to maintain timely flow of purchased material and communication regarding delivery dates, including the review of inventory levels, safety stock, customer orders, etc. Maintain accurate system data for all purchase parameters including lead times, price, lot sizes, minimums, and multiples. Actively seek alternate sources or substitutions to proactively solve material availability issues while seeking to optimize lead time, price, and inventory investment. Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers to drive a favorable total cost solution. Proactively manage suppliers and shipments to optimize freight consolidation programs. Build close working relationships with all suppliers. Serve as point person for supplier's commercial and/or technical questions and requests. Execute new supply chain cost savings projects on schedule, providing regular updates to management. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department and organization as required. Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Receiving, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service to share information on current business issues and meet company demands. Conform to all ISO 9001 policies and procedures, Company Code of Ethics, and Company Purchasing Policies. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Logistics, Business, Engineering or related field, preferred. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong multi-tasking capabilities; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently. Ability to think both tactically and strategically. Willingness to work in a global environment with domestic and offshore suppliers. Exceptional time-management skills. Experience or education with Kanban systems and lean manufacturing techniques, preferred. Experience or knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, preferred. Travel Desired Characteristics: Strong people skills and adaptability to change; results-driven; outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment; highly organized and efficient; strong team player with a work ethic and commitment to win; self-starter with problem-solving skills; strong attention to detail; ability to influence. 401(k) 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 and long-term disability. Company-paid 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 leave. Paid time off (including 13 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days, paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local laws). Tuition reimbursement. Business travel services. Employee discounts. Employee assistance program with counseling sessions and legal services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr