Buyer

POSITION SUMMARYThis position performs a variety of activities in procurement planning, negotiation, and follow-up to provide a range of commodities in support of the planning process and manufacturing.RESPONSIBILITIESManage and develop suppliers to ensure optimal quality and delivery.Develop, maintain, and foster strong supplier relationships.Support engineering, production, and quality on any changes or projects related to raw material or MRO purchases.Use problem-solving tools (5W, A3, VSM, Kaizen, etc.) to address specific issues related to supplier deliveries and costs.Procure material in accordance with BOM and jobs related to specific projects.Ensure system key parameters are maintained (price, lead times, MOQ, primary supplier) to improve supplier and customer on-time delivery while minimizing inventory levels and shortages.Conduct supplier visits as required and participate in the qualification of quality system audits.Validate prices prior to purchases to ensure PPV is not impacted.Resolve invoices on hold and work on root causes to prevent recurrence.QUALIFICATIONSExperience in inventory reduction.Experience in purchase price variance reduction.Experience in sourcing and supplier development.Proficient computer skills (Excel).Completion of APICS courses.EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONSScholarship: Bachelor's degree.Experience: 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.Languages: English proficiency (80%).#J-18808-Ljbffr