Buyer

Steel Technologies • Lyndon, KY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for managing inventory and supply chain, placing and changing purchase orders, and serving as a backup for other team members. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on meeting customer requirements, maintaining inventory targets, and ensuring production efficiency. The position is performed in an office setting and involves collaboration with various teams.

Requirements

• Proactive with strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough general knowledge and understanding of customer service and inventory management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of management and teammates.
• Ability to effectively communicate, negotiate, and manage difficult situations.
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization, problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail is required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suites and basic computer skills.
• Excellent data entry skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree in a related field.
• At least two years of sales, purchasing, or customer service experience in manufacturing.
• Formal education may be substituted with experience and training when competency in the position is demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements, forecast, and internal/external lead-times to align buy with demand, avoiding excess inventory and unnecessary mill buys.
• Review slow-moving and obsolete inventory and collaborate with the Support Team to drive resolution.
• Collaborate with the Support Team and operations to develop and execute strategies for meeting customer requirements, maintaining inventory targets, and supporting production efficiency.
• Conduct weekly Inventory Management Report (IMR)/Material Requirements Planning (MRP) reviews for all accounts to ensure effective supply chain management.
• Place/change purchase orders and set up new Base Items/Purchase Part Specs as needed.
• Analyze customer demand and approved vendors, examine profit margin, and compare pricing to ensure maximum return.
• Evaluate coil yields and scrap to optimize buy plans and purchasing decisions, collaborating with Operations to maximize yield and minimize scrap.
• Review and gather information regarding the status of Purchase Orders, finished goods, and options; make buy decisions to meet customer requirements in collaboration with the Support Team.
• Communicate lead-times and any delays in expected material arrival, providing coverage options to meet customer requirements.
• Expedite orders based on activity and customer needs when necessary; use resources to develop coverage plans when primary vendors fail.
• Collaborate with Tech Services regarding new items or grade requirements, ensuring raw material meets customer specifications.
• Serve as a back-up for other Buyers, Inside Sales Representatives, and the Account Manager in the Support Team.
• Work in the office and interact face-to-face with members of the Support Team to further collaboration and promote learning, training, development, growth, and productivity within the Team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable plans for medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing on the first day of the month following your start date.
• Employer-Paid dental with available Buy-up options.
• Free MDLive Telehealth Services through our Medical Plan.
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums.
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability with Buy-up options.
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents, cancer, and long-term care.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance.
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal and Family services.
• Paid Time Off.
• 9 Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Bonus Paid Floating Holiday in recognition of the diversity of our team.
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match up to 4.5% after one year.
• Pretax Health Savings Account.
• Pretax Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid bi-weekly.
• Quarterly bonus based on company performance.
• Tuition reimbursement is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications.
• Skill Development Programs.
• Learning Management System.
• Promotional Opportunities.
• Dress for your day!
• Teammate referral bonus.
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment.
• Teammates appreciation activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree