Junior Buyer

Protech Staffing Solutions•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jr. Buyer is responsible for assisting with the procurement of raw materials, finished goods, and MRO items to maintain acceptable inventory levels to meet production requirements and customer orders. These products are to be secured at competitive cost and quality levels with appropriate delivery schedules consistent with company policy and established performance standards; and will be involved in the continuous improvement of the overall supply chain from sourcing to consumption.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in business or operations field such as: supply chain, management, or engineering; or equivalent experience in an applicable Manufacturing discipline.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, production environment where the schedule often changes quickly due to customer demand.
Knowledge and ability to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.
Knowledge of material work planning; and methods, processes, and procedures.
Prior experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment preferred.
Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Prior ERP system experience.
Ability to work with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Interfaces with the Supply Chain, Production / Operations, and Sales on material status and production planning issues.
Reviews daily MRP requirements in Epicor to meet production schedules.
Enter all customer sales orders and schedules jobs within the Epicor MRP system.
Review items for purchase, inventory items within the Epicor System, and MRO items by request.
Review schedules and reports to procure supply items and other materials as required.
Review vendor acknowledgements of the purchase orders for accuracy.
Create, place, and maintain purchase orders for items that will be paid for on account.
File all purchase orders electronically.
Ensure timely receipt of PO's and purchases and follow up with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
Coordinates and ensures inventory reconciliation activities to ensure material availability to execute Production Schedule.
Obtain quotes for materials and items upon internal request.
Locate, evaluate, and interview potential suppliers to determine quality, price, reliability, and delivery terms.
Represent the company during negotiations of goods and services.
Arrange and prepare paperwork for returns to suppliers.
Issue supplier corrective actions (CARs) and help resolve supplier problems.
Create dashboards within Epicor to aid in the collection of data related to purchasing.
Contact vendors to return non-conforming materials, organize material for return, and complete internal paperwork.