Manufacturing Buyer
About The Position
Buyer I provides tactical purchasing support to assigned value streams to ensure materials are available for company operations. The role reviews requisitions and processes purchase orders, maintaining purchase order hygiene through acknowledgments, accurate promised delivery dates, and current pricing. The Buyer serves as a first line of defense against price increases and helps resolve pricing issues, while supporting inventory targets and the smooth operation of the supply chain. The position supports manufacturing and production operations and participates in lean initiatives to identify cost savings through waste elimination. It is based in an office and factory environment in Fairport, New York; safety glasses are required on the factory floor, and some overtime may be required.
Requirements
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Basic analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to keep information confidential.
- Experience with Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
- Some experience in a purchasing role or similar position is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Support forecasting demand for materials and services and place purchase orders on time.
- Serve as a vendor contact for order acknowledgments and confirmations.
- Maintain and regularly update order promise dates.
- Assist with resolving vendor pricing discrepancies and issues related to price increases.
- Provide support to production cells as needed.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels to avoid shortages and excess inventory.
- Address and rectify invoicing and shipping issues in a timely manner.
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with relevant laws and ethical standards.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, service, and supply constraints.
- Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives to improve cost savings through waste elimination.
- Review requisitions, process purchase orders, and maintain accurate purchase order pricing and records.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
