Manufacturing Buyer

Klein Tools•Mansfield, TX

About The Position

The Manufacturing Buyer is responsible for working directly with approved suppliers to purchase various items or materials (raw materials, MRO, semi-fabricated parts, packaging materials and finished product for resale) supplied from requisitions and/or master scheduling information. The position will be responsible for tracking inventory levels of purchased components and ensure a steady flow of materials for manufacturing.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in supply chain
one (1) year of related experience
Must possess a strong analytical and reasoning ability.
Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the company and suppliers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society)/CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification preferred.
MRP (material requirements planning) knowledge is preferred.
Familiarity with manufacturing pull systems, inventory, and bill of materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work directly with suppliers as the face of the Company to purchase materials and ensure that suppliers are accountable relative to on time delivery, quantity, quality and price.
Oversee the control of inventory on consumed materials, reworks, and retrofits. Initiate orders as needed to maintain appropriate inventory levels, while maintaining the most effective inventory turns for the business.
Advise internal customer of changes in delivery dates or of possible alternative sources and recovery plans.
Enter orders into purchasing systems and issue copies of purchase orders.
Communication with vendors regarding delivery schedules and quality issues.
Coordinate with Logistics to assure on-time delivery.
Monitor receipts for shortages and overages and partner with AP on invoice discrepancy resolution.
Participate in the regular core team meetings as assigned, supporting procurement of new/prototype materials and external processes.
Participate in cost savings initiatives.
Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.