Buyer I

Mindlance

Westfield, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
APICS Certification, Analysis Skills, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Corrective Action, Cost Control, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Interpersonal Skills, Materials Planning, National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM), Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Procurement Planning, Procurement Specifications, Product Flow, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Spreadsheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supply Chain, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Word Processing
LOCATION
Westfield, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago
" Economically and efficiently purchase materials and services with the best combination of price, quality and services related to the end user's requirements.
" Responsible for site-wide purchasing functions.
" Plan, perform and administer purchasing activities to assure raw materials , MRO items and services are provided in a timely manner.
" Insure all purchases meet corporate purchasing, quality and ethical guidelines.
" Strong negotiation skills required to assure that materials and services are purchased on favorable terms and cost.
" Perform ongoing analysis and cost reductions to ensure the lowest overall cost and the highest value for dollars spent.
" Follows ISO and cGMP guidelines and SOPs for purchasing including material specifications, vendor performance and corrective and preventive actions.
" Responsible for filing and maintenance of vendor records and purchases.
" The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
" They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
" Responsible for achieving the best value for the company and maintaining quality and delivery goals.
" Favorable terms, expected quality, and timely delivery are necessary to achieve site goals and to insure continued flow of products to our customers.
Experience
Experience Details
Minimum 1 year
Purchasing or other Supply Chain support role.
CPM designation with the NAPM (or similar), or a CPIM designation with APICS (or similar) are preferred.
Understand basic purchasing and material planning functions.
Must have good interpersonal skills to work with suppliers and customers in a polite and tactful, yet firm manner.
Must have good organizational skills, experience with computerized ERP systems, and experience with word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Must be able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment to support internal and external customers.
This position is NonExempt. Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half. Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. May require a bachelor's degree and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. High School diploma required. BS degree preferred.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

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