Place purchase orders, expediting, cancelling, and deferring materials and orders with suppliers at the most favorable terms for the company
Update management and stakeholders on status of orders
Track orders to ensure timely delivery
Providing forecast information to suppliers
Working with internal departments and supply base on the return and coordination of defective material; coordinates the charge-back of labor incurred by replacing defective material to suppliers
Mentoring and training less experienced employees on departmental processes and procedures; serving as back-up to Senior Buyer as necessary
Completing all tasks and assignments given by supervisor or management on time
Negotiate supplier claims
Required Skills
Proven ability to be a team player, self-starter, and communicate effectively
Ability to operate and analyze inventory programs and systems as relates to tactical purchasing
Proven experience with conflict resolution, including ability to resolve issues affecting the accomplishment of department and division goals
Strong understanding of inventory management and high attention to detail
Ability to work in both an office and factory environment
Ability to work long hours from time to time
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Etc.)
A strong communicator with solid interpersonal skills
A desire to grow within the organization and bring positive change
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
1 – 3 years of experience in Materials, Purchasing, or Inventory Management; 3+ years of experience preferred
Experience working within SyteLine ERP system preferred
Experience buying for a manufacturing organization a plus
Qualifications
Proven ability to be a team player, self-starter, and communicate effectively
Ability to operate and analyze inventory programs and systems as relates to tactical purchasing
Proven experience with conflict resolution, including ability to resolve issues affecting the accomplishment of department and division goals
Strong understanding of inventory management and high attention to detail
Ability to work in both an office and factory environment
Ability to work long hours from time to time
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Etc.)
A strong communicator with solid interpersonal skills
A desire to grow within the organization and bring positive change