LidWorks is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team in an on-site role. The Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, and services at the most favorable terms while ensuring quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency. This position plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and contracts, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining accurate procurement records. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, negotiation, and vendor management skills and will work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure uninterrupted production and operational success.
About Us:
At LidWorks, we are a family-owned manufacturer dedicated to designing and producing innovative, high-quality packaging solutions. Backed by our patented modular production platform, we deliver reliable products, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement has made us a trusted partner to customers for decades.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchase materials, supplies, and services at the most favorable terms while meeting quality and delivery requirements.
Research, evaluate, qualify, and maintain relationships with suppliers based on cost, quality, service, delivery performance, and overall value.
Solicit, evaluate, and compare vendor bids to ensure competitive pricing and optimal purchasing decisions.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and conditions with vendors.
Monitor inventory levels and purchasing trends to minimize shortages, excess inventory, and carrying costs.
Track purchase orders, monitor vendor performance, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier files, contracts, pricing agreements, and procurement documentation.
Maintain and update the vendor database and inventory records.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure purchasing activities support operational needs.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within the procurement function.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
4 to 7 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
Proven experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP or purchasing systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Competencies:
Negotiation
Procurement
Supplier Evaluation & Qualification
Supplier Management
Vendor Management
Inventory Management
Cost Analysis
Strategic Sourcing
Contract Administration
Attention to Detail
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Compensation is based on experience.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Plant City, Florida
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Biddingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Comparative Analysisunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Contract Managementunmatched
Contract Negotiationunmatched
Cost Analysisunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Inventory Costsunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Inventory Reportsunmatched
Manufacturing Operations Managementunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Costingunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Product Pricingunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Service Deliveryunmatched
Sourcing Strategyunmatched
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)unmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Supply Chain Managementunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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