BUYER - MRO

Franklin Precision Industry Inc•Franklin, KY

About The Position

This role is responsible for sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, analyzing cost reduction opportunities, and managing supplier relationships for indirect materials. The buyer will also handle order placement, resolve supplier issues, and ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies. Additionally, the position involves supporting management with presentations, troubleshooting software issues, fostering a positive work environment, managing controlled documents, researching non-inventory products, and providing guidance to junior team members. The role also supports continuous improvement activities and other assigned duties.

Requirements

Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in constructing analytical tools for decision making using Microsoft Office.
Technical aptitude and inclination.
Strong interpersonal skills; able to forge internal customer and external supplier relationships.
Deadline and detail-oriented.
Experience and understanding of the entire supply chain from order placement to accounts payable.
Working knowledge of ERP system functionality (INFOR Net-Link).
Project and time management to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Data management & analysis of unstructured data.
Cross-functional collaboration & problem-solving between departments.
Self-education in related areas & teaching team members.
Networking with suppliers and professionals in and outside the industry.
Retains knowledge and utilizes it for quick and efficient routine work.
AS/AA in Supply Chain Management, Business, OR Engineering, OR a related field OR 1-year Supply Chain OR Purchasing/Procurement, OR other related experience is required.

Responsibilities

Sources and negotiates with potential suppliers, requests quotations, evaluates, analyzes results and recommends suppliers based on FPI procedures and all applicable laws.
Works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and all internal customers to find cost reduction opportunities.
Performs in-depth cost analysis, focusing on process cost information for cost reduction opportunities.
Acts as a primary contact for supplier negotiations and contracts on indirect materials.
Places orders for goods and services that have proper purchase order requisition approval.
Provides cost analysis data to management for strategic decision making.
Acts as primary contact in resolving issues involving suppliers: invoice discrepancies, pricing, deliveries, etc.
Maintains positive supplier relationships to ensure good quality, cost and delivery.
Requests & tracks supplier documentation on behalf of Accounting Department.
Ensures regulatory & safety compliance of purchased goods by obtaining Safety Data Sheets.
Ensures products adhere to internal policies and bridges the gap between policymakers and internal customers.
PowerPoint presentation support for management.
Technical support & troubleshooting software-related issues.
Fosters a positive work environment by remaining friendly, helpful and cordial.
Manages and improves key controlled documents.
Researches and sources non-inventory products and irregular services.
Provides day-to-day guidance to junior team members.
Analyzes workflows & processes; suggests & implements efficient and time-saving/cost-saving solutions.
Supports Kaizen and continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes.
Other duties as assigned.