Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

USA Industries, LLC. (USAI) is an ISO 9001:2015 certified, American manufacturer. USAI exists to rapidly deliver essential products and innovative solutions to its customers. The company specializes in the design, production, and supply of Piping Isolation & Testing Products, Flow Measurement Products, Heat Exchanger Tools, and Tube Plugs. Our products are critical to safe and effective construction, maintenance, and repair of piping systems and heat transfer equipment found in refineries, petrochemical and chemical plants, power plants, and other industrial processing and commercial facilities throughout the world. We support our customers 24/7/365 during their construction projects, turnarounds, shutdowns, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs. USA Industries boasts an established product line, multiple patents, in-house engineering/design, state-of-the-art machines, and unrivaled customer service.

At USA Industries, we believe an accountable workplace is built upon a foundation of trust. We support one another and value open, honest communication. We meet the needs of each other and our customers through collaboration and creative solutions.

USAI differentiates itself as a leading designer, manufacturer, and supplier through the innovation, responsiveness, and professionalism of its employees. At USAI, each employee brings unique ideas and experiences to the organization while gaining new, valuable knowledge and skillsets. Every individual at USAI is an integral part of a unified team, focused on continuous growth of the organization under its mission, vision, and values.

Job Summary

As a Buyer at USA Industries, you will play a crucial role as the primary expert in material management and price negotiations for USA Industries. Their core responsibility involves sourcing and procuring goods and products from diverse suppliers, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and efficiency. In this dynamic "speed-to-market" job environment within a rapidly evolving market landscape, the Buyer leverages their expertise in purchasing practices, resource allocation, and interdepartmental coordination to consistently surpass customer expectations.

This position necessitates extensive interaction with internal stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers to ensure seamless procurement processes and optimal outcomes. The Buyer serves as a linchpin in the organization's supply chain, driving strategic decisions and fostering strong partnerships to enhance operational efficiency and maintain competitive advantage.

Joining USA Industries as a Buyer offers not only the opportunity to excel in a dynamic and challenging environment but also a chance to contribute to the success and growth of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee development. With the support of a seasoned team of professionals, you will have the platform to enhance your skills, drive operational excellence, and make a significant impact on our overall business success.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Embrace and exemplify company's core values of Trust, Support, Communication, Collaboration, and Creative Solutions.
• Source products and purchase raw materials based on quality, reliability, cost, and quickest delivery times, to meet the specifications of Sales, Project Management, Engineering and USAI customers.
• Utilizes Epicor and Outlook systems to track, update, and manage necessary data for record-keeping, inventory, production, vendor management, and accounting-related information.
• Scheduling of logistics for inbound product and services deliveries and managing goods/services to ensure timely integration into production schedule.
• Negotiate prices with suppliers, evaluate inventory levels, and monitor timely deliveries while staying informed about regulatory requirements, industry developments, and market trends.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategic sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes.
• Perform demand purchasing during weekend and holiday operations to meet the needs of customer's emergency off-business hour's operations, as needed.
• Investigate creative solutions to fulfill hard-to-find customer requests and suggest innovative sources to save the company money and time.
• Initiates outsource POs (issue POs for heat treating, zinc plating, etc.)
• Resolve supplier-related issues such as late deliveries, quality discrepancies, and invoice discrepancies.
• Coordinate with inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize excess inventory.
• Oversee Purchase Order issuance, maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and reconcile online credit card transactions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as production, logistics, and finance to align procurement activities with organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with the accounting department to investigate complex invoice issues, resolve credit issues, and obtain Return Material Authorizations from vendors for purchase returns.
• Execute various tasks, as assigned by your manager, supervisor, or company officer, whether within your standard duties or as requested beyond regular responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in business, a technical field, or equivalent work experience.

• Certified as C.P.M., A.P.P., or equivalent certification is preferred.

Work Experience

• 2 -5 years of successful experience as an Inventory Control Analyst, Production Scheduler, Materials Planner, or Buyer.

Skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems (EPICOR, SAP, Great Plains), computer word processing, and Excel.
• Basic understanding of raw materials.
• Experience in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of production processes and product flow.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Clear and effective communication skills; visual acuity to process paperwork.
• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods.
• Office is two-story, must be able to climb up and down stairs when needed.