Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer

SUMMARY:

FNA Group is a world class and leading manufacturer of consumer and industrial pressure washers and other outdoor power equipment. FNA's highly acclaimed brands include Simpson, Delco and CRX. Exclusive licenses with recognizable brands such as DeWalt, Stanley Black & Decker and Craftsman further strengthens FNA's market presence and awareness. FNA is a dynamic organization with unprecedented growth due largely to its ability to attract and retain highly talented associates.

Primary Purpose:

The Buyer implements purchasing activities in compliance with mandated requirements; overseeing daily activities; responding to a range of inquiries regarding processes or bid status; and achieving department objectives and goals within budget.

NOTE: This position is 100% onsite in Pleasant Prairie, WI and visa sponsorship is not available.

Job Description:

• Procure goods and services, including MRO, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, etc.
• Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Evaluate vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications.
• Determine method of procurement, quantity, price, timeframe and extent of purchase.
• Generate Request for Quotations with suppliers and prospective suppliers as required.
• Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Maintain item costs, lead times and purchase from vendors in ERP system.
• Advise suppliers of Non-Conformances while also requesting Corrective Actions within an acceptable timeline while keeping the Quality & Manufacturing teams in the communication loop.
• Close out Non-Conformance Reports on a timely basis as well as advising Accounting department of debits based on NCR's.
• Weekly reviewing of MRP planned orders and action messages and taking appropriate action, which will include timely release of planned purchase orders, expediting, pushing back and/or cancelling of current purchase orders.
• Administer the bidding process for vendors within established limits (i.e., prepare specifications, evaluate bids, recommend vendors, conduct bid meetings, etc.) for the purpose of securing items and/or services within budget and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Compile data from a wide variety of sources such as vendors, staff, etc., to analyze issues, ensure compliance with a wide variety of purchasing policies and procedures and/or monitoring purchasing processes.
• Issue purchase orders as needed for completing the purchasing process in accordance with established procedures with correct purchasing cost and required dates.
• Oversee requirement processes (i.e., orders, work orders and requisitions for supplies, equipment, bids for potential commodities, supplies equipment and services, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring necessary resources.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 2+ years buying experience in a manufacturing environment.
• MRP/MPS experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment strong ability to multitask complex projects efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate purchasing costs of materials and services.

Preferred:

• Experience procuring raw materials, component parts and services.

Education/Certification:

Diploma required, college degree preferred.