Procurement Buyer II

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Manage selected inventory items in support of production needs

Analyze replenishment for commodity/special ordering and buys

Review order confirmations and change orders

Check order issues and expedite inventory items as assigned

Manage PO closure reports for changes/resolution

Maintain ongoing supply management for items (ROP/Max)

Follow up on vendor information requests and purchasing parts

Manage assigned inventory items to support production and control inventory costs throughout the entire part lifecycle, from new parts to obsolescence

Support and align parts to corporate contract suppliers

Enter new supplier data and banking changes into the corporate system

Investigate supplier invoice issues

Follow accounting requirements and direction for inventory items

Investigate standard cost, item codes, capital spares, transaction issues, account issues, etc.

Process inventory item credits and issues

Compile monthly purchase order follow-up reports per audit requirements

Resolve received-not-billed part issues with suppliers

Hours of Work / Schedule

Longer than an 8-hour workday may be required to accomplish all responsibilities

Work hours may start at 7:00 AM or end at 6:00 PM to ensure production coverage

Flexible lunch hour may be required for coverage

This is a fully in-office role; no work-from-home option is available due to production support requirements

Required Education

Bachelor's or associate degree preferred, or equivalent work experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a Technical field

Required Experience

3+ years of demonstrated success in Supply Chain functions such as Storeroom, Procurement, Planning, or Customer Care

Required Skills

Strong team skills with the ability to function effectively as a contributing team member

Self-starter, reliable, and resourceful

Experience with PeopleSoft and/or SAP

Experience with analytical tools (Proficient in Excel preferred)

Effective task prioritization and multitasking ability

Conflict management and problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal skills including tact, patience, flexibility, and courtesy

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships across all levels

Ability to maintain composure and quality work under changing priorities and tight deadlines

Desired Skills

Knowledge of handling proprietary drawings/parts

Knowledge of fundamental inventory control procedures

Ability to work as a team member and/or leader

Ability to work with engineering/technical customers and suppliers to achieve win-win outcomes

Effective communication with internal customers and external suppliers

Understanding customer requirements and supporting strategies to meet or exceed expectations

Ability to serve as a change agent by developing and executing new ideas and methods

Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution skills

Quick learner of procurement policies, processes, and tools