Purchaser

PurchaserThis role is responsible for maintaining daily purchasing activities using the forecast and MRP. Must have a deep knowledge of manufacturing, inventory and supply chain management.Position Qualifications/Requirements:At least 1 year of experience as a Purchaser/BuyerAt least 1 year of experience working in inventory and supply chain managementPreferred Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP softwarePreferred QuickBooks experienceExcellent foresight and communication skills, both written and verbalStrong critical thinking and negotiation skillsStrong planning and organizational skillsAbility to work independentlyCore Duties:Maintain daily purchasing activities using the forecast and MRPSeek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliersDetermine quantity and timing of deliveriesMonitor and forecast upcoming levels of demandManaging supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.Work with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal departmentsStay current with existing and upcoming projects (attend weekly project meetings)Maintain open purchase orders/backorders and ensure accuracyMaintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentationCoordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needsNew item creation in QuickBooksEnsuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specificationsWorking to improve purchasing systems and processesBuild and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendorsNegotiate lower pricingSearch and source potential suppliers and vendorsProvide reports for managementCraft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal termsForecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier powerPerform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarkingAssess, manage, and mitigate risks of current market/economy trends that may affect demandHours:1st shift positionMonday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Overtime as neededSpecial Requirements:Candidates that accept an offer of employment will be required to pass a background and drug screen. Candidates must also meet ATF requirements for firearm possession.Benefits:PTO with annual rollover; accrual beginning at 90 days9 holidays and 1 floating holiday; and Veteran's Day paid double for employees whose DD214 is on file4 traditional and 2 basic coverage health insurance plans to choose fromEmployer contribution monthly on healthcare plansTraditional and Roth 401k options with company matchCompany paid Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment insuranceCompany paid Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access2 dental insurance plansVision insuranceSupplemental insurances including: accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital plansHSA and FSA optionsShort-term and long-term disabilitySupplemental life insurance optionsEmployee discounts on company productsDiamondback America does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities and benefits. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.