BUYER

Lex Products LLC•Shelton, CT

35d

About The Position

This role is responsible for performing purchasing duties to ensure the efficient delivery of products and services. The Buyer will review and process purchase requisitions and orders, assist in preparing RFQs, analyze purchasing data, and resolve discrepancies. This position also involves supporting new product development, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field is preferable.
5+ years of purchasing experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
Mechanical, electronic and cable/wire commodity experience desired.
Knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings.
ERP system proficiency (M2M).
Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Power BI.
Negotiation skills/techniques, analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills.
Detail oriented and ability to multi-task.
Ability to work with all levels of the organization and interact with vendors.
High level sense of urgency, accountability and ownership of responsibilities.
General knowledge of how contract terms and conditions are applied.
Self-motivated, ability to work independently using standard procedures.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
Ability to follow through on tasks and projects.
Maintain a consistent good work attendance.

Responsibilities

Reviews and processes purchase requisitions and purchase orders, purchase order adjustments, and invoice review.
Develops and assists with implementation of processes for efficiency improvements.
Provides customer service and departmental support.
Assists in preparation and analysis of Requests for Quote (RFQ) with approved suppliers for best pricing and lead time for efficient delivery of products and services.
Analyzes, identifies, and communicates information regarding purchase orders utilizing approved suppliers including review of order acknowledgment for confirmation of price and delivery date.
Identifies, researches, and resolves problems relating to purchasing issues.
Works closely with Accounts Payable department as it relates to resolving invoicing discrepancies due to incorrect pricing and quantity received.
Develops departmental communications; maintains and updates departmental files, and databases; contributes to and supports departmental initiatives.
Participates in department meetings as necessary.
Owns purchasing metrics to drive positive changes.
Supports New Product Development, working with Sales, Marketing, and Engineering to ensure best possible quality, delivery and cost options for required materials and services.
Responsible for disposition of non-conforming products from suppliers, sign offs on ECN’s, and awareness of alternate parts created by ECN.
Manages, reviews, maintains and balances Inventory as per business needs.
Works closely with operations department to assist the materials and production teams in meeting Last Promise Date commitments.
Ensures that inventory is maintained at an accuracy of 98.5% absolute variance or better.
Follows all ISO 9001 and AS9100 practices.
Performs other duties as required.