Buyer

Husqvarna Group • Olathe, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Buyer at Husqvarna Construction in Olathe, KS, you are responsible for the acquisition of manufacturing components, and indirect materials to support factory assembly, post-sale service requirements, and the operation of all support staff. The position will also be responsible for monitoring supplier performance, maintaining prescribed inventory levels, and focusing on achieving the departmental KPIs. This position is critical for ensuring the flow of material from the supply chain to the factory and/or the end user of the product.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of AS400
• Strong knowledge of MRP processes and basic inventory principles
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel
• Bachelor’s degree or 2-3 years equivalent experience as a Buyer

Nice To Haves

• CPM preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify part needs based upon S&OP and MRP requirements
• Enter purchase orders for direct and indirect material as required
• Expediting and rescheduling open orders
• Process secondary operations
• Support new product initiatives as needed (prototypes, EP, MP)
• Monitor shipping discrepancies (quality, counts, invoicing)
• Follow-up with past due delivery dates and report on delivery performance
• Suggest/implement/document corrective actions
• Participate in HOS driven supplier/inventory improvement workshops
• Monitor Stock/Non-Stock items and identify/implement proper safety stocks
• Manage obsolete inventory
• Populate and update product master database
• Update and populate cost detail changes
• Run monthly purchasing reports
• Run open order reports and send to suppliers

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products
• Education assistance program
• Paid parental leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level