Buyer Job Locations: US-MS-West Point ID: 2024-2148 Category: Administrative/Clerical Position Type: Regular Full-Time Minimum Salary: USD $46,560.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $86,469.00/Yr. Travel %: 20% Summary Support plant Production and Administration by procuring goods and/or services while controlling the price, quality, lead time and service. Responsibilities Procure goods and/or services and schedule delivery logistics of inbound cargo. Select best supplier for needed goods and services based on price, quality, and service. Work to acquire multiple suppliers for support and raw materials to minimize production risk. Have knowledge of (and working relationship with) approved suppliers. Monitor and track purchase price variance for repetitive purchases (domestic and international). Negotiate prices and discounts with suppliers with proper documentation and reporting. Work with YTMM Technical and Engineering teams to acquire materials to be used in trials. Report to Purchasing Director regularly regarding inventory levels and forecasted variance. Submit annual targets for cost reductions and supplier situational improvements. Interact with appropriate departments to procure materials to meet designated production requirements. Understand, monitor, and report purchase price variances on raw materials. Work directly with freight forwarders/Customs brokers to ensure imported goods comply to all regulations. Maintain thorough, accurate documentation of all cargo imported into the U.S. (for potential Customs audit). Cross-train in the analysis and creation of purchase orders within SAP (and using company credit card). Prepare and submit completed setup documents for new vendors according to YTMM registered procedure. Other tasks as assigned and required. Occasional visits to suppliers for meetings or audits. Occasional training as needed to best carry out the duties of the job. Attend occasional industry expos to gather information on potential suppliers. Attend occasional lunch/dinner meetings with visiting suppliers. Knowledge and Skills College degree in Purchasing or related Business field preferred. Experience in Purchasing related work. Working knowledge of proper Procurement standards. Knowledge of purchasing and negotiations preferred. Experience with SAP preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills including non-native English speaker. Ability to negotiate and work well under pressure. Analytical in approach to solving problems. High attention to detail in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment. Quick reporting and sharing of pertinent information with Management and related departments. Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Education and Experience BACHELORS DEGREE - business related field - preferred Options Apply for this job online Share Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Connect With Us! If youre not ready to apply for a current position, Connect with us to create a profile and receive updates on future job opportunities. Application FAQs Software Powered by iCIMS www.icims.com