Associate Buyer

Sulzer•Farmington, NM

14d

About The Position

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role Summary: The primary functions of the Purchasing Agent are to work with Operations and perform all assigned duties relating to the purchasing of material for jobs in the shop. Complete standard purchasing forms, including bid requests, material requisitions, purchase orders, logs, and reports. Additionally, the purchasing agent will oversee all inventories. Location: Farmington, New Mexico REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager

Requirements

Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of safety practices
Skill in operating automotive, materials handling and office equipment
Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects
Skill in following both verbal and written instructions
Works independently & with a team
Ability to multi-task
Handle working in a fast-paced environment and challenging tasks
Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics D365 a plus)
Basic knowledge using of Microsoft apps (e.g., Excel, Word, etc.)

Responsibilities

Order parts for jobs promptly, as advised by shop departments.
Support operations in preparations of quotes and estimates by contacting vendors for budgetary pricing and availability for equipment and materials.
Maintain a professional attitude when representing the company during phone or personal contact with outside vendors, customers, or service providers, etc.
Accurately complete material requisitions and purchase orders and enter them into the data base.
Must be able to work in a schedule-driven environment. Timing is a critical function.
Must be able to manage budgets and avoid delay costs including shipping.
Development of vendors and/or contractors. Negotiate contracts with vendors for service and quantity purchasing as directed by Head of Procurement
Issue purchase orders
Cost control, change control and scheduling of materials.
Inventory management – perform cycle counts and reconcile with ERP system.
Frequently review work in progress (WIP) reports for material needs and delivery times.
Expediting orders, quotes, backorders, work scope changes, etc.
Order restock items such as general, consumables, safety, welding, machine tooling, A-stock items and office supplies
Pick up parts from vendors if needed
Operates material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, dollies and other related equipment.
Other duties as assigned such as filing; assisting in the office or with special projects.