Site Buyer II

Trex Company • Fernley, NV

17d • $26 - $35

About The Position

The Site Buyer II provides operational and tactical purchasing functions for the
Strategic Sourcing and Procurement (SS&P) department at manufacturing site
locations. Facilitates the timely purchase of supplies and services for all
areas of operations. Drive process improvements and efficiencies in procurement

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of purchasing practices, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and prioritize demands from internal customers, some of which may be offsite; ability to effectively collaborate with different operational groups within a manufacturing site and at a corporate level.
• Familiarity and comfortability using ERP systems and software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing industry experience
• Purchasing negotiation experience
• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE)

Responsibilities

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our “people first” culture.
• Processes purchase requisitions into purchase orders in support of site operations. Ensures that purchase requisitions are accurate, are accompanied by appropriate quotations, and approved vendors are used.
• Ensures purchase orders comply with company policy and procedures and appropriate payment methods. Prepares month end reports as required. o Assists other departments with problem resolution involving discrepancies between purchase order, delivered quantity, quality and/or price. o Maintains site purchase card and prepares monthly purchase card package for approval.
• Ensures purchases are made in accordance with all contracts; obtains quotes from approved vendors for non-standard items; collaborates with manufacturing site team and Corporate SS&P on new procurement opportunities, RFQs and cost savings initiatives.
• Serves as a primary contact between the site team and the supplier base to expedite orders efficiently. Evaluates suppliers, consolidates orders, and negotiates prices and terms.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement; collaborates with site team to implement solutions to improve efficiency.
• Lead quarterly training seminars for purchasing best practices for Fernley site.
• Identify, execute, and track productivity including cost reduction and cash flow improvement and support the development of the Annual Operating Plan
• Research potential vendors and products to identify cost-effective solutions.
• Minimize risk to continuity of supply by carrying out supplier risk assessments for the suppliers and implementing corrective actions as required with indirect buyers.
• Conduct searches for new suppliers of goods and services, evaluate their capabilities, assess risk, and qualify as necessary

Benefits

• Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees