Buyer

Buyer Position at Robinson, Inc.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team! At Robinson, Inc. we pride ourselves on our manufacturing solutions and ownership culture, which support the industries we serve and our local communities. Robinson is employee-owned and is driven by a dedicated team of skilled professionals that value trust, loyalty, teamwork, integrity, and accountability as the foundations of our organization. We strive to provide customer service that goes above and beyond the standard.

As the Buyer based at Robinson's Altoona, Iowa plant, you will be responsible for procuring non–bill of materials items required to support facility operations, including limited capital equipment. This role involves placing and managing purchase orders for outsourced parts under the direction of the Supervisor of Outsourced Materials. You will also support material evaluation and flow, assist in resolving quality issues, and collaborate with the Wisconsin-based Strategic Sourcing Team as needed.

Role and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Work with other internal departments to align suppliers with required materials and services based on best overall value.
• Proactively identify and work with suppliers to negotiate prices, delivery times and turnaround times; work with accounting to establish accounts with outside vendors.
• Assure the accuracy of purchase orders and that all include descriptions, quantities, prices, discounts, payment terms and shipment dates.
• Monitor and track purchase orders to ensure that the most updated delivery information is available; ensure items that are needed for production are in stock and/or arriving on time.
• Collect information from vendors that is needed for quality documentation.
• Consistently demonstrate a quality mindset ensuring that products and services we receive meet or exceed Robinson or customer quality standards.
• Work to develop local suppliers for non-BOM items and services.
• Work Inventory team on Kanban items and to validate inventory levels as necessary.
• Use SourceDay to manage purchase orders and move in and move out orders as required.
• Conduct local supplier visits to help manage and improve supplier relationships.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• College Degree preferred but not necessary. High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• Five (5) or more years of buying experience.
• Ability to read and understand part drawings.
• Mid-to-advanced level computer skills including experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and ERP systems.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with others to include multiple site groups, customers, vendors, and potential customers.
• All potential candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, employer sponsorship is not available.

Leadership Responsibilities:

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Travel Requirements:

This position requires minimal travel to local suppliers.

At Robinson, we value professionalism, expertise, and a dedication to craftsmanship. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees are empowered to excel and grow within their roles. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional metal fabrication solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

Robinson is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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