Senior Buyer

Shippers Supply Inc•Golden Valley, MN

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Buyer will oversee the full procure to pay process for assigned product category, with a focus on vendor negotiations, strategic procurement cost optimization, on time delivery, sourcing and process improvements. This position will play a lead role in day to day Purchasing functions while helping to support the Buyers and Purchasing Assistant. The position will be approximately 60% in the office and 40% remote after training period, depending on department needs.

Requirements

A minimum of 5+ years in a purchasing or buying role
High aptitude for working with numbers and analyzing data
2-year or 4-year business degree
Experience with ERP/MRP systems
Knowledge of ISO and Lean Manufacturing Processes
Intermediate level computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to effectively make consistently sound and timely decisions.
Ability to anticipate, analyze, diagnose and resolve problems.
Ability to facilitate agreements between two or more parties.
Ability to effectively communicate, build rapport and relate well to all kinds of people.
Ability to demonstrate self-control and an ability to manage time and priorities.
Ability to improve processes to increase productivity and efficiency by continually finding ways to “work smarter, not harder.”

Responsibilities

Maximize gross margin by purchasing at lowest possible cost through strategic purchasing plans and transactional purchase orders.
Lead procurement activities for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
Mentor Buyer and Purchasing Assistant in best practices to obtain cost saving goals.
Ensure timely receipt of requested product for customers by understanding and mentoring team members on standard item fulfillment strategy, working with vendors for rush orders, and managing on-time delivery metrics.
Drive vendor performance and follow up as needed by organizing and leading vendor meetings, holding vendors accountable to quality requirements, and collaborating with vendors and marketing on standard item selection.
Determine what to buy, how to acquire it, and define project-specific requirements, including sourcing new products, working cross-departmentally, and reviewing materials and sub-contracting work.
Purchase for Production activities by entering and updating product records and maintaining MRP and inventory replenishment.
Support optimal inventory levels by reviewing inventory turns, managing returns, minimizing aged inventory, and maintaining replenishment levels from key vendors.
Continually look for ways to improve processes and systems to make them more efficient and effective.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Be responsible for working safely at all times and providing a safe work environment for all employees.
Perform all other duties as assigned.