Job Details
We are recruiting for a well-established and growing manufacturing company. They are seeking an experienced Buyer that has the potential to grow into a Purchasing Manager role in the future.
On a daily basis this person will execute purchase orders, process returns, forecast production needs, and ensure delivery of products and/or services to support internal production requirements. Utilizing stocking levels and production levels in the Company's ERP system they will be responsible for sourcing raw materials, packaging and merchandise including supplier selection and price negotiation. They will be in constant contact with management and others in the organization to ensure production needs are met.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensure processes and procedures are performed in a compliant manner (ordering within lead times and minimum order quantities, minimizing stock-outs, etc.)
- Manage purchase orders processed from requisition to goods receipt in accordance with ERP/MRP and/or requirements
- Manage daily systems, processes, and procedures
- Procure goods or services as required by business at the right time, price, and quantity
- Evaluate suppliers based on price, reliability, capability and transaction history
- Work with suppliers to communicate price changes with appropriate lead times
- Communicate effectively with both written and verbal communication.
- Coordinating orders with internal customer service, sales team and service technicians
- Respond with timely communications to internal customer s inquiries
- Update procedures and process improvement in all aspects of the procurement process
- Perform other job-related duties as required
- Update ERP/MRP re-order points as necessary to ensure available supply while still providing increased inventory turns