Buyer 1

Creation Technologies•Boise, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer 1 role performs purchasing activities in support of production and company’s operation requirements at the functional or business unit (BU) level. This role works with BU Planning Team and/or Director of Supply Chain in managing procurement related deliverables, as per company standard practice, to support customer materials and our internal Supply Chain metrics. Success in the role includes a positive and proactive approach to ensure continuity and quality of materials, maintain inventory at planned levels and monitor cost. Also demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in operations, Inventory or Purchasing Management, or equivalent combination of educational and work experience.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in Supply Chain.
Proficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.).
Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
Self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the regional & site customer focus team(s) to support customer material and business needs.
Send Purchase Order Action (POA) reports to suppliers and manage PO Actions in weekly basis.
Generate and manage ERP purchase order releases for production and new product launch.
Monitor, track, and provide feedback to accurately communicate the PO Status to CFT (Customer Focus Team).
Maintain and set up parts in ERP as needed (Preferred supplier, Prime MPN, MOQ/MPQ, Leadtime, NCNR).
Work with Materials Planner to obtain customer authorization on pricing, NCNR, premium freight, and materials liability.
Source for material shortages to reduce delivery impact yet minimizing unfavorable PPV/CMP & excess inventory.
Manage material escalations with Commodity Management and suppliers.
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) items related to quality, receiving issues, ECO, and NCR including returns to suppliers.
Execute contract changes.
Execute PFE P (Plan for Every Part)/VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) changes recommended by Program Leader/Supply Chain Leader.
Adhere to supplier approval and review processes.
Management and maintenance of Suppliers with activities related to selection, forecasting, monitoring performance, and supplier corrective actions.
Drive cost reduction and supplier negotiations for items not owned by commodity management.
Collaborate with Materials Planner on inventory reduction plans.
Work with Finance/Supplier/Commodity Manager to resolve invoice issues.
Escalate to Finance on credit holds and payment terms issues as it applies to supplier deliveries and invoices.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.