Buyer

Sulzer • Pasadena, CA

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About The Position

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role Involved in coordination and procurement of raw material, parts, and supplies as required.

Requirements

• Two (2) years professional buying experience in industry required, pump industry or machined parts experience strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with computerized procurement systems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs the purchasing functions including preparation of purchase orders, changing orders, and documents.
• Review material requisitions, evaluate quotations, authorize purchases within budgetary and authority limits according to company established criteria and product-specific criteria.
• Resolve discrepancies pertaining to purchase orders, requisitions, supplier deliveries, prices, invoices and trouble shoot issues related to non-conforming goods with suppliers and appropriate company personnel.
• Manage purchase orders from placement through receiving.
• Maintain strong supplier relationship and perform all duties and responsibilities within established procedures and standards of ethical conduct.
• Provide and maintain accurate and current information on order status.
• Research cost saving opportunities.
• Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide LEAN and EHS Management System which includes following all safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
• Supports and cooperates in company-wide Quality Management effort.
• Adheres to company and department policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym re-imbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED