Buyer

Powell • North Canton, OH

8d

About The Position

The Purchasing Buyer I Position is assigned raw materials, components, and/or parts for which they are responsible for procuring in a cost effective and timely manner. Demand for those materials, components, and/or parts will be generated from requisitions or through SCP. In cases of low volume/low value items the Purchasing Buyer I may solicit, evaluate, negotiate, and then purchase materials and/or services.
Adhere to Powell Safety Rules and assure Suppliers do the same
Review open buy requirements, issue purchase orders, and expedite delivery of the material or service as appropriate.
Issue purchase orders of $50,000 or less without additional approvals
Achieve cost improvement targets assigned by Manager
Achieve inventory reduction targets assigned by Manager
Establish Payment Terms of not less than Net 45 days with all new suppliers.
Achieve supplier PPM targets as assigned by Manager
Promptly disposition excess and/or obsolete purchased inventory
Monitor and maintain the Purchasing Category Value completeness and accuracy of the items assigned
Proactively advance professional knowledge and education
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Minimum 0-2 years in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 0-2 years in a material and/or purchasing assignment
• Good interpersonal relationship skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Must be responsible and dependable
• Attend in house and outside training sessions.
• Attend local professional associations.
• Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Powell Safety Rules and assure Suppliers do the same
• Review open buy requirements, issue purchase orders, and expedite delivery of the material or service as appropriate.
• Issue purchase orders of $50,000 or less without additional approvals
• Achieve cost improvement targets assigned by Manager
• Achieve inventory reduction targets assigned by Manager
• Establish Payment Terms of not less than Net 45 days with all new suppliers.
• Achieve supplier PPM targets as assigned by Manager
• Promptly disposition excess and/or obsolete purchased inventory
• Monitor and maintain the Purchasing Category Value completeness and accuracy of the items assigned
• Proactively advance professional knowledge and education
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

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