Buyer

Pattison ID•Fort Worth, TX

6d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The DFW Buyer procures materials, parts, and supplies to support Pattison ID’s manufacturing schedules and job-specific requirements. The role manages purchasing activities from sourcing and quotation review through purchase order placement, supplier follow-up, delivery coordination, and open purchase order reconciliation. Key areas of responsibility include expediting critical materials, coordinating invoice and payment matters with Accounts Payable, and resolving supplier issues. The Buyer works closely with Project Managers, Production Scheduling, Manufacturing, CAD/CAM, the Vinyl Department, Accounts Payable, and Operations Leadership to maintain material availability and follow company purchasing and approval procedures. Purchasing activities are carried out under the guidance of the Material Manager and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

At least 3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
Demonstrated decision-making and judgment skills.
Ability to work independently while taking directions as needed.
Proficiency in data entry using traditional keyboards or 10-key keypads.
Ability to perform office-based work using standard equipment.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions related to computer equipment.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move objects, files, and documents.
While performing the job, constantly sit and use hands to operate the telephone, type, and operate a computer and mouse; frequently talk, hear, and bend and twist the neck.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Execute purchasing activities according to company procedures and obtain required management approvals for deposits and non-standard purchases.
Source materials, parts, and supplies for production and customer jobs or work orders, aligning purchases with material requests, engineering drawings, and manufacturing requirements.
Identify and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability; maintain supplier relationships and act as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal departments.
Respond to vendor inquiries and coordinate order timing, fulfillment, quality, and performance matters.
Resolve supplier-related purchase order, fulfillment, and payment inquiries; coordinate invoices and deposit requests with Accounts Payable, follow up on unpaid invoices, and confirm payment dates with suppliers.
Request quotations and compare supplier pricing, lead times, quality, and cost before placing orders.
Create and issue purchase orders, send orders to suppliers, request acknowledgments, and verify purchase order pricing against supplier quotations.
Review open and aging purchase orders, follow up on outstanding items, reconcile order status, and close completed purchase orders to maintain accurate reports and reduce backlog.
Coordinate supplier shipments, delivery dates, and site deliveries; address lead-time issues and coordinate freight, import, and duty-payment matters with appropriate parties.
Follow up with suppliers on acknowledgments, order status, lead times, delivery commitments, and estimated arrival dates; expedite urgent and critical materials to minimize production disruptions.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Production Scheduling, Manufacturing, CAD/CAM, the Vinyl Department, and Operations Leadership to confirm material quantities, anticipated demand, specialized material availability, and purchasing needs.
Implement contingency plans to address unforeseen issues or material shortages.
Assist with periodic and year-end physical inventory counts.
Seek opportunities for departmental process improvements.