Buyer I

Job Summary The Buyer I performs specialized or diversified procurement functions required supply material in accordance with Corporate Policies and Procedures; using the lowest reasonable price, ensuring the maximum quality goods delivered on-time to support manufacturing. Please note this an on-site role in DeLeon Springs, FL. Responsibilities and Tasks Analyze multiple requirements to satisfy the requirements of the requesting program or department and are in the best interest of the company. Place purchase orders as needed. Follow-up on purchase orders, Supplier contracts and material status as required. May assist other individuals in expediting delinquent shipments and resolving other associated problems. May provide work direction to other employees in the department. Resolve Supplier quality issues, purchase order accounting issues and problem receipts. May be responsible for determining material requirements from engineering and production schedules and maintaining inventory at appropriate level. Generally, will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions in line with company policies of good, ethical purchasing practices. Prepare management and analysis reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. Perform other related duties as necessary to support procurement department. Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications A bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience within field. 1‑2 years of experience in related discipline. Competency working with MS Excel. Experience buying metals and/or machined parts, highly preferred. CPIM or CPM preferred within two years of position assignment. Demonstrated experience in negotiation skills and strategies. Skills and Abilities Practical knowledge of operations principles (JIT, MRP, TQC, and CRP) required. U.S. Citizenship is required. Travel and Physical Requirements Travel, as required, to meet with Suppliers and other appropriate representatives to discuss and satisfy matters that cannot be taken care of in the plant. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Benefits Highlights Healthcare Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage. Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections. Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes. Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available. On‑site wellness clinic. Paid Benefits Competitive compensation. 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution. Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick). Paid parental leave. Adoption assistance. Fertility and family building assistance. Additional Benefits Flexible work schedules available based on position: 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off 5/8s 4/10s 3/12s Lifestyle spending account. Perks at work. Generous employee referral program. Tuition reimbursement. Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io Accessibility Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr