Buyer

American Plastics•Simpsonville, SC

53d•Onsite

About The Position

American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for a Buyer for our Simpsonville location. This position will report to the Plant Controller. This role will need to have set up prior systems and processes. The Buyer will spend time on a plant floor helping with inventory and other duties which will include multiple plant buildings onsite and offsite warehouses.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
5 years’ experience sourcing and purchasing MRO items
Proficient at Excel and MS Suites; Power BI is a plus
ERP System Experience a plus– Trans4M is a plus
Must be able to work comfortably in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrate proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with the ability to learn/use ERP system (AS400 experience is preferred).
Minimum travel may be required

Nice To Haves

Power BI is a plus
ERP System Experience a plus– Trans4M is a plus
AS400 experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all purchasing activities for the plant in accordance with current company policies and procedures
Assists maintenance staff in sourcing activities for maintenance and repair items
Assists maintenance staff in identifying sources for components and supplies
Assists in counts maintaining MRO inventory
Analyze quotations using fundamental purchasing practices for cost/price and value analysis to select, recommend or develop most effective suppliers
Responsible for limited pricing negotiations for those items not covered under corporate agreements
Check/approve purchase requisitions and/or payment invoices; direct preparation of and follow-up on orders to expedite delivery/shipment as required; obtain certifications of delivery and verify against on purchase orders as needed
Ensure supplier follows relevant procedures
Develop and maintain necessary records of purchase, price, stock and consumption, supplier/vendor, specifications, and catalog files
Support and communicate with other functional groups so that development work is completed timely to support project and customer needs.
Responsible for continual cost reduction project ideation, implementation, and execution
Supports company initiatives related to cost improvements, supply vulnerability reductions, process improvements and supply chain improvements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested.