Buyer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A demonstrated understanding of technical attributes on commodity components
• Proficiency in related software applications and methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in a Buyer role
• Proven negotiation skills
• Self-Starter
• Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Epicor ERP/MRP system experience preferred.
• Supply Chain Management Certificate as well as Production and Inventory Management Cert preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reduce component cost through competitive quoting throughout the supply base.
• Daily review of inventory levels regarding commodity responsibilities.
• Optimization of supplier shipment lot sizes to balance costs and maximize inventory turns.
• Adapt reporting methods to optimize information transfer with suppliers to fully leverage timely, useful, and dependable data.
• Manage and process the product life cycle by quoting new parts, communicating revision changes, and managing part obsolescence.
• Draft contracts to be reviewed by senior leaders, the supplier, and legal to include all the details of the negotiation.
• Lead / mentor your materials planner to ensure product is delivered on time, and in the optimum quantity to support production and optimize our inventory levels.