Senior Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

BI is one of the leading technology companies in Boulder, Colorado and the largest provider of innovative electronic monitoring solutions in the United States. We excel at proving technological solutions to over 1,000 agencies nationwide and allowing those agencies to fulfill their missions without worrying about the technical complexities.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Senior Buyer strategically manages the supplier base to procure raw materials, equipment, supplies and services in a cost effective and timely manner with a focus on Vendor Relationship Management. This position interfaces with Director, Supply Chain on projects, Director, Inventory & Production and Scheduler for scheduling and Materials Planner for day-to-day purchases.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategically manages the supplier base to ensure accurate lead times are maintained for all parts and components.
• Proactively manages blanket purchase order requirements ensuring demand is met and deliveries are in accordance with requirements.
• Negotiates pricing and terms, purchases raw materials, components, complex, technical and specialized equipment, supplies and services based on best practice principles of quality, cost, delivery and service.
• Monitors vendor compliance with all terms and conditions of the purchase order / agreement.
• Ensures accuracy in contracts, pricing, and specifications.
• Prepares, executes and evaluates RFP / RFI bids, prepares presentation of summary data recommends suppliers and prepares bid requests and specifications.
• Evaluates supplier performance and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
• Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms and conditions as negotiated with suppliers.
• Coordinates activities with other departments and suppliers to ensure services and/or products meet scope of work, specifications and delivered in a timely manner and at the best value.
• Liaises with Quality to establish and maintain an effective Supplier Performance score card.
• Consistently evaluates supplier base to identify initiatives for cost savings, process improvements and reduced lead times.
• Manages rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, cancellations and engineering changes requests.
• Performs cost analysis. With manufacturing, may perform make-versus-buy analyses.
• Leads supplier Quarterly Business Reviews. Provides data and reports on supplier quality, on-time delivery, cost and service for review and discussion.
• Develops and compiles statistical information, generates reports on purchasing activities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in supply chain management, procurement/sourcing or other related area, in manufacturing environment preferred.
• CPM / APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional certification preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills reflecting the global nature of today’s market and supply base.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal external contacts at all levels.
• Excellent computer skills, with solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Extensive knowledge of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. Knowledge of Syteline ERP system preferred.
• Good knowledge of contract law.
• Good knowledge of accounting, strong quantitative and mathematical abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Team player with high ethical standards in complying with Company, customer and industry regulations.
• Strong strategic and tactical focus.
• Working knowledge of procurement systems, purchasing policies/procedures, and purchasing law.
• Proven abilities in negotiation, team building, innovation, and change management.
• Sharp analytical skills and robust problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally to develop well rounded knowledge of the Purchasing Department.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Working Conditions : Encountered on a regular basis as part of the work this job performs.

• Typical Office Environment.
• Use of standard office equipment such as computer, keyboard, telephone, fax machine and copier.

BI Incorporated