Buyer

Fluidra North America • Portland, TN

48d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an organized, detail -oriented, results driven Buyer to join our team at SR Smith in Portland TN.
WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
Fluidra North America is looking for results driven and oriented Buyer with following knowledge, skills and abilities needed:
Purchasing by commodities (metals, plastics, cartons, electronics, and others)
Inventory Management techniques (Kanban, min-max, safety stocks)
Problem solving and decision making
Team work and collaboration
Effective communication
Interpersonal skills
Domestic and International logistics
Knowledge of Epicor system or similar ERP system
Demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver products and services to meet customer needs
Monitor and maintain the correct prices in the MRP system for the products to be ordered, as well as communicate to management and Sourcing about any variations in the price that may impact the company financials.
Manage the purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, PO creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment.
Maintain closer communication with our different distribution centers, making sure the materials is received on time.
Demonstrate some understanding and practical knowledge of a company’s manufacturing process
Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).
Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.
Collaborate with Sourcing department in a supplier rating program that monitors and measures performance while providing timely feedback to the supply partners as well as Value Improvement projects.
Understand PPV process, and collaborate with Sourcing to develop new suppliers that supports our business needs in terms of quantity, efficiency and cost.
Capable of managing MRP process, and advice Supply planning about supplier constraints.
Utilize MRP system to the fullest capabilities (EPICOR)
Knowledge about JIT, Kanban, and VMI programs as a plus
Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.
Accurately identify risks that affect supply, transformation, delivery and customer demand.
Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.
Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members

Requirements

• Problem solving and decision making
• Team work and collaboration
• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Domestic and International logistics
• Knowledge of Epicor system or similar ERP system
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver products and services to meet customer needs
• Demonstrate some understanding and practical knowledge of a company’s manufacturing process
• Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).
• Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.
• Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members
• At least 2+ years of demonstrable purchasing and/or materials management experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Analytical and detail-oriented skill
• Organized and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Excel data base skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge about JIT, Kanban, and VMI programs as a plus
• Epicor experience preferred, but not a must
• Negotiation skills preferred
• APICS classes – good to have

Responsibilities

• Purchasing by commodities (metals, plastics, cartons, electronics, and others)
• Inventory Management techniques (Kanban, min-max, safety stocks)
• Monitor and maintain the correct prices in the MRP system for the products to be ordered, as well as communicate to management and Sourcing about any variations in the price that may impact the company financials.
• Manage the purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, PO creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment.
• Maintain closer communication with our different distribution centers, making sure the materials is received on time.
• Collaborate with Sourcing department in a supplier rating program that monitors and measures performance while providing timely feedback to the supply partners as well as Value Improvement projects.
• Understand PPV process, and collaborate with Sourcing to develop new suppliers that supports our business needs in terms of quantity, efficiency and cost.
• Capable of managing MRP process, and advice Supply planning about supplier constraints.
• Utilize MRP system to the fullest capabilities (EPICOR)
• Accurately identify risks that affect supply, transformation, delivery and customer demand.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees