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Buyer I

Dover Pumps & Process Solutions Segment, Inc.

PSG is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque, All-Flo, Almatec, Blackmer, Ebsray, em-tec, Griswold, Hydro, Malema, Mouvex, Neptune, PSG Biotech, Quantex, Quattroflow, and Wilden. PSG products are manufactured on three continents - North America, Europe, and Asia - in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visitpsgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company's scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Position Summary:

Buyer1is responsible foron-time deliveryand inventory management, as well as supporting cost avoidance and supply chain risk mitigation initiatives across the business.The individual's primary responsibility is to ensure the availability of purchased parts, components,assemblies,and services to satisfy Customer Orders. The role requires a self-motivated, positive, individual withvery strongtactical abilities, an eagerness tolearn,and a significant sense of urgency,willingness,andabilityto interact at all levels of the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy andtimelydeliverywith vendor follow-up

  • Complete the required daily routine of MRP actions and associated analysis, problem solving, and reporting tomaintaintimelyflow of purchased material and communicationregardingdelivery dates,including the review of inventory levels,safetystock, customer orders, etc.

  • Maintainaccuratesystem data for all purchase parameters including lead-times, price, lot sizes, minimums, and multiples.

  • Actively seek alternate sources or substitutions to proactively solve material availability issues whileseekingtooptimizelead-time, price, and inventory investment.

  • Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers to drive a favorable total cost solution.

  • Proactively manage suppliers and shipments tooptimizefreight consolidationprograms.

  • Develops close working relationships will all suppliers.

  • Be the point person forsupplier'scommercial and/or technical questions and requests.

  • Execute new supply chain cost savings projecton schedule, providing regular updatesto management as needed.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department and organization asrequired.

  • Work cross functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Receiving, Finance,Salesand Customer Service to share information on current business issues and meet company demands.

  • Conform to all ISO 9001 policies and procedures, Company Code of Ethics, and Company Purchasing Policies.

  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree - Procurement, Logistics, Business,Engineeringor related field,preferred.

  • Strong computer skills includingproficiencyin Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

  • Strong multi-tasking capabilities, able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

  • Ability to think both tactically and strategically.

  • Ability and willingness to work in a global environmentcomprisedof both domestic andoffshoresuppliers.

  • Exceptional time management skills.

  • Experience or education with Kanban systems and other lean manufacturing techniques, preferred.

  • Experience, or knowledge of, ERP/MRP/MRP II systems, preferred.

  • Travel <10%

  • Onsite 5 days a week in a plant/ office environment

Desired Characteristics:

  • Strongpeopleskills andadaptabilityto change.

  • Results/growth driven.

  • Outstanding verbal,written,and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization.

  • Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment.

  • Highly organized andefficientapproaching tasks.

  • Strong teamplayer, workethicand commitment to win, self-starter with ability to problem solve,anticipateand avoid issues.

  • Strong attention to detail, hands-on,andstriveto execute.

  • Interfaces witha widearray of individuals, able to influence.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning, paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition reimbursement, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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