Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Job Description

Responsible for supporting the North American procurement & supply chain functions with a keen focus on procurement operational excellence, managing price update files, placing and tracking of purchase orders. You will manage the purchasing cycle from planning to procurement.

Responsibilities

• Must maintain 100% commitment to safety policies and procedures
• Develops inventory reports, analyzes & makes recommendations on next steps and action plans basis reporting
• Completes forecasting initiatives with sales and product business units
• Leads cross-functional teams to support working capital optimization
• Manages the slow-moving stock
• Collaborates with Service Centers to review ABC inventory levels and manages system parameters proactively
• Develops and implements recommendations that drive continuous improvement in inventory and customer service levels
• Places and tracks purchase orders, ensuring on time delivery from our vending partners
• Works to further automate the procurement process. (automated purchase orders & EDI)
• Drives continuous improvement efforts ( e.g. processes, use of systems, tools and SOP's )
• Loads pricing update files into the ERP to ensure successful price updates
• Works in conjunction with supply chain, procurement & Product Business Unit leadership to expedite implementation and maximize savings attainment
• Develops & reviews root cause analysis for issues that arise
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to understand their requirements and capabilities in order to develop solutions that meet the customer's needs
• Perform other duties as trained and qualified for

Skills and Abilities

• Highly functional Excel skills
• Outstanding quantitative and data analysis skills
• Strong project management and process improvement skills
• Problem solving experience in reducing total costs and improving processes
• Continuous Improvement experience
• Ability to lead large multi-function cross-functional teams

Minimum Qualifications

• Required travel of about 10%
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in business or supply chain
• Must be a highly skilled user of Excel
• Ability to work through roadblocks to develop and deliver solutions
• 4-8 years of relevant supply chain experience, ideally with 5 years in procurement
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Change agent with ability to influence at all levels of an organization
• Experience conducting analyses and developing and implementing recommendations/action plans based on those analyses
• Effective communication/presentation skills
• Successful application of problem-solving methodology and innovative solution development
• Experience in working in highly matrixed organizations
• Reliable transportation is a must
• Ability to work nights and weekends, as required
• Background checks and drug screening may be required (by Company, Customer or DOT requirements in working on-site and operating equipment as required or permitted by law)

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position is based in a standard office environment and requires regular use of typical office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of this role.

• Ability to work in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move within the office to interact with office equipment or colleagues.
• Occasionally moving light items like mail or office supplies, typically up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to operate various office equipment/machinery across given tasks.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy to employ qualified persons without regard for veteran or disability status. Individuals are considered for employment, promotion, or training solely on their ability to perform the essential functions of the position.