Job Details
****Manufacturing Buyer****
The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of production raw materials as needed based on production supply and demand and with terms and conditions favorable to the company.
**Essential Responsibilities**
* Read and understand the manufacturing production schedule
* Place purchasing orders with suppliers
* Packaging raw material knowledge
* Manage sources of supply for price, delivery and other key metrics
* Manage vendor and supplier relationships
* Coordinate with Quality in documenting and resolving supplier corrective action reports (SCAR)
* Maintain strict control over inventory levels in order to meet internal and external demand of product utilizing the ERP system and scheduling board
* Make purchasing decisions in accordance with company procedures and regulations
* Collaborate with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions and refine for future purchase orders
* Review quotes and secure the most competitive bids
* Build strong relationships with internal and external business partners, fostering collaboration and teamwork
* Develop and implement efficiencies, standardized tools, practices and procedures shortening the quotation, RFP and decision making process and evaluation time
* Establish Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) practices and reinforce through regular benchmarking, periodic RFPs, and supplier performance metrics reporting
* Develop and/or enforce corporate policies regarding Procurement and Inventory Management practices
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or related field or equivalent Supply Chain experience
* 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
* Experience using ERP
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**
* High initiative, self-directed and motivated
* Strong business and financial acumen
* Strong interpersonal skills to develop strong trusting relationships with internal and external partners
* High attention to details
* Strong organization skills
* Able to effectively manage multiple competing priorities
* Understanding of full cycle supply chain activities
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Experience working in a FDA regulated environment
Federal Package Network is located in Chanhassen, MN, approximately 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis, MN.
Our employees have the opportunity to inspire excellence and work with a fun team that strives every day to make a difference for our customers. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus plan and generous benefits including paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, 401k employer contribution, profit sharing and a tobacco-free campus.
To apply, send cover letter and resume to: ...@federalpackage.com