Buyer - Full time - Supply Chain Purchasing

Procurement

Job Posting Title: Procurement Specialist, Buyer

Time Type: Full Time

The Procurement Specialist, Buyer is responsible for managing all procurement requirements for assigned Suppliers. The position requires the Buyer to perform difficult and complex technical duties related to the procurement of equipment, parts, and services. The Buyer also prepares and analyzes quotes and negotiates pricing options.

Works with Site Leadership in developing a strong understanding of client business and associated needs

Utilizes negotiations for best practice to reduce costs, lead times and quality for existing materials

Manages supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the company

Quarterly review of assigned Suppliers’ performance utilizing the Supplier Scorecard Program and the Supplier Risk Program

Maintains supplier database information including supplier set‑up and updates as required

Following internal procedures, communicates any material problems and researches solutions to prevent supply issues, including but not limited to finding alternate sources

Expedites to ensure adherence to inventory guidelines

Communicates the demand/ volume/ delivery time changes to Inventory Planning staff

Resolves all material issues

Establishes partnerships, while developing a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities

Searches new vendor opportunities via internet, sourcing sites, catalogs, communications with site tool owners and engineers through our site planners

Performs bid analysis comparison to determine which vendors are awarded the business

Determines recommended vendors and strategies for implementation

Resolves any discrepancies with invoices or material receipts

Runs reports and exports to excel from ERP system. Reviews and analyzes data and responds accordingly.

Daily zero bin/high risk report to determine if any parts are going to run out of stock (zero bin) or are going to put us at risk of running out of stock based on anticipated usage (high risk) and expedite accordingly.

Quarterly on time delivery (OTD) for scorecards

Reviews daily reports for urgent processing, including expedites, shortages, or anomalies that might cause risk to the inventory levels or production delays

Monthly assessment of quality log for indicators of possible changes needed to improve overall practices with a vendor or indicators of new sources needed

Quarterly assessment of scorecard results for overall improvement in supply chain performance

Works in a team environment requiring regular interaction with Managers, Site Leads, Inventory Planners, IT, and Finance to complete assigned supply chain tasks

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and industry work experience

Broad and thorough knowledge of Purchasing & Inventory Control methods, principles and practices

Strong customer service, vendor relations and interpersonal skills

Self‑motivated, energetic, and able to perform with minimal supervision

Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and projects

Operates standard office equipment efficiently

Computer Skills

Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Suite with demonstrated proficiency in Excel (Able to work with pivot tables, use lookup formulas, etc.)

Three years Purchasing Experience in a manufacturing environment

The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This document does not create an employment contracts, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources View email address on click.appcast.io . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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