Buyer I

Modern Industries • Tempe, AZ

6d

About The Position

Interprets demand signals (MRP, Requisitions, Kanban cards etc.) and makes financially sound purchasing decisions. Understands inventory control principles and processes and the impact of inventory to the financial health of the business. Coordinates with other functions (including Quality, Engineering, Finance, Operations etc.) to ensure timely fulfillment of material and service requirements in support of the business. Works actively to identify, engage, and manage relationships with suppliers capable of meeting the business requirements relative to Cost, Delivery, Service, and Quality. Maintains records and systems consistent with professional approach to purchasing activities.

Requirements

• Minimal knowledge of commonly used purchasing policies, processes and procedures.
• Minimal knowledge of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.
• Minimal knowledge of material work planning and methods engineering processes and procedures.
• Minimal knowledge and ability to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.
• 0-3 years purchasing related experience or have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned tasks.
• Degrees can supplant experience requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree a plus
• MRP/ERP experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Interprets demand signals (MRP, Requisitions, Kanban cards etc.) and makes financially sound purchasing decisions.
• Understands inventory control principles and processes and the impact of inventory to the financial health of the business.
• Coordinates with other functions (including Quality, Engineering, Finance, Operations etc.) to ensure timely fulfillment of material and service requirements in support of the business.
• Works actively to identify, engage, and manage relationships with suppliers capable of meeting the business requirements relative to Cost, Delivery, Service, and Quality.
• Maintains records and systems consistent with professional approach to purchasing activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED