Senior Buyer

Job Title

BI Incorporated

Job Description

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.

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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer