Buyer

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of all maintenance, repair, and operations supplies, coordination and selection of outside services, and management of scrap materials. This role requires a strategic approach to sourcing materials and services that ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Buyer Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the purchasing manager, help ensure competitive pricing and timing on all purchased materials and services, while supporting inventory goals in the tool crib and shop floor.
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on capability, pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support strategic purchasing of all supply items including MRO, maintenance supplies and services, chemicals, oils, packing materials, facility, and grounds maintenance, etc.
• Proactively suggest and support cost saving initiatives and strategic procurement goals.
• Investigate new and existing supplier sources while also developing and monitoring current suppliers.

• Monitor and release purchasing requisitions through the Plex Requisition System. Issue purchase orders and releases as required.
• Oversight of Vendor Managed Inventory Systems (VMI).
• Assists with capital purchase orders and necessary documentation.

• Track purchase orders and releases and work with source to ensure on time delivery.
• Oversee facility projects including janitorial and grounds maintenance and improvements.
• Conduct inspections of the facilities to proactively address any deficiencies.

• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers on pricing, quality, and delivery to build strong relationships and strive towards continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with expediting while communicating and coordinating between maintenance, production, materials, and customer service etc. when shortfalls exist.
• Collect, track, and respond to all conflict mineral requirements and reporting.
• Support procurement obligations for safety, environmental, and housekeeping initiatives.

• Support new job launches with the selection of the most competitive OSS suppliers.
• Collaborate with quality, production and materials team to ensure OSS requirements are met.
• Develop new OSS suppliers for each category of operations to improve the current supply base.
• Market test and propose cost saving opportunities by consolidating strategically.
• Liaise between sales, company, and the supplier when commercial issues arise.
• Communicate forecast and volume to OSS suppliers timely to ensure expectations are aligned.
• Lead any conflict or dispute with suppliers and assist in finding effective solutions.

• Lead all communications between internal team and Scrap vendor.
• Champion the upkeep and analysis of scrap pricing rates file and its distributions
• Communicate requirements or issues from operations team to scrap vendor.
• Supervise and implement all items in LTA.
• Launch organizational training regarding mixed scrap.
• Stay abreast of market trends and market tests as necessary for cost savings.

• Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as requested by direct supervisor.

Buyer Education & Desired Requirements

• Education:
  • College degree obtained, or enrolled in and pursuing degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred Experience:
  • 2-5 years in a transferable industry or position.
• Preferred Training/Skills:
  • Preferred Skills
    • Knowledge of MRO supply items, maintenance supplies/services, chemicals, oils, lubricants, packaging supplies, and facility related items.
    • Ability to analytically solve problems, communicate professionally and collaborate with other departments
    • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally
    • Demonstrated competency to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work with attention to details and understanding of time critical situations
    • Continuous improvement mentality to drive cost reductions
    • Strong negotiation and contract review skills
    • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
    • Demonstrate an ability to lead through example and encourage positive attitudes and mindsets amongst team members.
  • Computer Proficiencies
    • Ability to proficiently use Microsoft based programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)
    • ERP systems experience, Plex experience is preferred.
      • Experience should include MRP monitoring.