Buyer II

Terex Corporation•Bothell, WA

5d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Genie Industries/Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP), a business segment of the Terex Corporation, is headquartered in Redmond, WA with branch offices worldwide; we manufacture material lifts, aerial work platforms, trailer-mounted booms and light towers, telehandlers, scissor lifts and self-propelled telescopic and articulating booms. We are a company with a strong safety first mentality, team based culture, respect for the individual and high integrity. This position is located in Redmond, WA. Genie sets the standard by which other lifts are judged. Simply put, we build a better lift. Our innovative designs and reliable products have made Genie a world leader in the production of material lifts, portable aerial work platforms, scissor lifts, and self-propelled telescopic and articulated booms. The right time is now to come join us as we grow and expand to meet our customers' needs. What you'll do This position is responsible for the purchasing of commodities and services to support production and aftermarket requirements. Work includes reviewing requests; sourcing vendors examining price, suitability, and availability of items or services; comparing specifications; and reviewing alternatives. Work is performed independently under the general direction of the Supply Chain Manager Support Launch teams through RFQ development, analysis and negotiation of supplier quote responses, Supplier Statement of Work Negotiation, and Make vs. Buy analysis. Develop Sourcing Recommendations with supporting rationale and documentation. Identify and implement cost savings through spend analysis, supplier negotiations, business resourcing, and other purchasing methods. Participate as an extended member of the Purchasing Commodity Team in regards to commodity strategy, minority business strategy, supplier consolidation, and cost savings. Support manufacturing operations and quality department with supplier issue resolution. Administrate Purchase Orders and Vendor Master information in the ERP system. Comply with purchasing policies/procedures, as well as legal/ethical obligations. Navigate legal issues involving Terms and Conditions, and identify issues that require professional legal assistance.

Requirements

3 years in the purchasing of commodities and services to support production and aftermarket requirements.
Problem solving skills essential
Verbal and written skills - ability to communicate to all levels of management required.
Good negotiation and problem solving skills.
Adept at dealing with situations involving conflict, and able to facilitate constructive resolution.
Must be computer literate and familiar with appropriate software programs.
PC based software knowledge must include MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
Organized and capable of dealing with high volume of interactions with a broad cross-section of the company.
Able to effectively prioritize multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Degree in with a Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, Materials, or Technical educational background.
CPM or CPSM
Ability to analyze complex data, identify and execute savings opportunities, implement sourcing strategies, and quickly execute tasks to realize benefits.
Ability to multi-task multiple categories & projects.
Ability to coordinate strategies/activities across multiple business functions.
Financial & quantitative analysis experience a plus.
Experience with Oracle and access or other SQL application is a plus.

Responsibilities

Purchasing of commodities and services to support production and aftermarket requirements.
Reviewing requests; sourcing vendors examining price, suitability, and availability of items or services; comparing specifications; and reviewing alternatives.
Support Launch teams through RFQ development, analysis and negotiation of supplier quote responses, Supplier Statement of Work Negotiation, and Make vs. Buy analysis.
Develop Sourcing Recommendations with supporting rationale and documentation.
Identify and implement cost savings through spend analysis, supplier negotiations, business resourcing, and other purchasing methods.
Participate as an extended member of the Purchasing Commodity Team in regards to commodity strategy, minority business strategy, supplier consolidation, and cost savings.
Support manufacturing operations and quality department with supplier issue resolution.
Administrate Purchase Orders and Vendor Master information in the ERP system.
Comply with purchasing policies/procedures, as well as legal/ethical obligations.
Navigate legal issues involving Terms and Conditions, and identify issues that require professional legal assistance.