Buyer

Independently analyzes demand, decides quantity to buy and negotiates purchases of inventory materials up to $25k per MRP. Places PO’s for inventory and non-inventory items and follows up as required to assure an adequate material supply. Ensures an uninterrupted supply of material while maximizing inventory turns. Resolves quality and delivery problems. Sources new items with new and existing suppliers. Identifies potential suppliers and qualify as required. Identifies cost reduction opportunities through competitive bidding, negotiation, and design changes.Implements as feasible. Evaluates suppliers and provides feedback to improve performance, especially in the areas of lead time, on-time delivery, delivered cost, terms, and quality. Develops and maintains long-term relationships with key suppliers such such that we are viewed as an excellent customer worthy of preferential treatment. Other duties as assigned BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience. Three (3) years relevant work experience using MRP applications. NAPM/APICS certification preferred. Capable of managing company-wide key supplier relationships. Capable of leading company-wide commodity responsibility. Knowledge of production and procurement procedures. Knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement laws and regulations. Word processing and spreadsheet application (Microsoft Office preferred). 3+ years of Buyer experience within manufacturing Pay: $75K - $95K DOE Monday to Friday 8AM – 5PM schedule Fulltime opportunity ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Independently analyzes demand, decides quantity to buy and negotiates purchases of inventory materials up to $25k per MRP. Places PO’s for inventory and non-inventory items and follows up as required to assure an adequate material supply. Ensures an uninterrupted supply of material while maximizing inventory turns. Resolves quality and delivery problems. Sources new items with new and existing suppliers. Identifies potential suppliers and qualify as required. Identifies cost reduction opportunities through competitive bidding, negotiation, and design changes.Implements as feasible. Evaluates suppliers and provides feedback to improve performance, especially in the areas of lead time, on-time delivery, delivered cost, terms, and quality. Develops and maintains long-term relationships with key suppliers such such that we are viewed as an excellent customer worthy of preferential treatment. Other duties as assigned Technical Competencies: BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience. Three (3) years relevant work experience using MRP applications. NAPM/APICS certification preferred. Capable of managing company-wide key supplier relationships. Capable of leading company-wide commodity responsibility. Knowledge of production and procurement procedures. Knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement laws and regulations. Word processing and spreadsheet application (Microsoft Office preferred). 3+ years of Buyer experience within manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr