Buyer

Justrite Safety Group•Follansbee District, WV

About The Position

At Justrite Safety Group, we're more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we're a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence. As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety isn't just a priority—it's our passion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree 5+ years’ relevant experience or 6+ years of applicable Supply Chain experience, with at least 3 years in a similar supply chain role.
Solid understanding of continuous improvement principles and methods, including Kanban, Point of Use (POUS) material, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, etc.
Advanced Excel skills strongly desired (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive and collaborative manner.
Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives.
Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers across indirect spend categories, services, and purchased finished goods, including MRO supplies, maintenance services, facility services, tooling, and finished products.
Perform daily purchasing activities, including purchase order creation, maintenance, tracking, and closure within the ERP system to support operational requirements.
Maintain accuracy of purchase orders, pricing, supplier data, and delivery schedules within the ERP system.
Manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and issue resolution to ensure cost, quality, and delivery expectations are met.
Lead or support RFQs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations for assigned categories, including spot buys, service agreements, and long-term contracts.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (maintenance, operations, engineering, finance, and facilities) to understand demand requirements and ensure appropriate sourcing solutions.
Support purchased finished goods through demand planning, inventory monitoring, and replenishment coordination, including developing and executing stocking strategies to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Serve as a backup resource for raw material commodity purchasing to ensure continuity of supply during absences, peak workloads, or business disruptions.
Identify and drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and process improvement opportunities across assigned categories.
Participate in supplier performance reviews and corrective action processes as needed.
Partner with Accounts Payable and suppliers to resolve invoicing discrepancies, ensure accurate billing, and support timely payment processes.
Monitor market conditions, supplier capabilities, and pricing trends relevant to assigned categories.
Support compliance with company procurement policies, approval workflows, and internal controls.
Maintain documentation of sourcing activities, contracts, pricing, and supplier agreements.
Provide support for cross-functional initiatives, special projects, and additional purchasing responsibilities as directed by the Purchasing Manager.