Buyer

Progress Rail•Sherman, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience in an industrial purchasing position.
Direct material purchasing experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Proficient Microsoft Office skills and strong Microsoft Office Excel skills.
Proven ERP/MRP systems experience.
Ability to read blueprints and understand manufacturing processes.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others within a team environment.
Analytical ability to solve complex problems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of commodities and purchased material within a heavy manufacturing environment.
Rail product knowledge.
Knowledge of Association of American Railroad specifications.
APICS CSCP or CPIM.

Responsibilities

Works with suppliers regarding requirements planning.
Releases and expedites purchase orders and provides follow-up and material planning.
Executes supply chain functions encompassing external purchasing or subcontracting in support of manufacturing, including organizing prints and specifications, ordering materials and performing inventory adjustments.
Develop and maintain existing supplier base, consider new supplier contracts as appropriate.
Negotiate price, payment terms and communicate on-time delivery expectations with current and potential suppliers.
Work with suppliers, engineers and operations to resolve quality and delivery issues.
Coordinate engineering changes as they impact purchased material.
Provide purchasing support for production.
Manage temporary outsourcing where appropriate.
Ensure maintenance of proper inventory levels.
Adhere to company purchasing and accounting policies and procedures.
Manage assigned purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders to satisfy the operational objectives.
Monitor supplier performance with the ability to intervene as appropriate to correct unacceptable service levels.
Implement cost reduction initiatives as related to purchased product.
Maintain MRP material master settings in accordance with company guidelines.
Respond to changing market price and product availability trends that could impact operational targets.
Ability to interact with multiple work groups and internal customers.
Participate and/or lead special projects as required.

Benefits

Full Benefits from the first day of Hire.
Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs