Buyer NCD Purchasing

Powell Industries•North Canton, OH

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.

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

Nice To Haves

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

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.