Buyer

Job Summary Procure all components necessary to support production or prototype builds. In conjunction, responsibilities include; accomplishing the best possible pricing, lead time agreements, resolution of quality issues, delivery and inventory levels. Essential Duties And Responsibilities • Participate in decision making of MPS loading through proper materials sizing. • Analyze, maintain, and execute Materials Requirement Plan (MRP). Continuously monitor and verify materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues. • Ensure materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production. • Proactively eliminate materials liabilities for the company by clearly understanding the ownership (supplier / customer). Track and provide supporting data to BUM in order to clearly define customer liable materials. Execute and maximize the company negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability. • Issue Purchase Orders to pricing, terms & conditions that are negotiated and agreed to by company Commodity Managers and Buyers. Ensure suppliers’ adherence to established agreements. • Optimize order management process to ensure effective communication with suppliers. • Maintain integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters in order to minimize material liability and to balance the cost of procurement with inventory investment levels. • Monitor and continuously improve supplier’s delivery and quality performance. Address and resolve recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools and additional resources. • Support Accounts Payable in resolving invoice discrepancies. • Provide inputs to drive and execute company's commodity and pricing strategy. Work closely with Buyers, Commodity Managers, & SCM. Provide feedback on supplier performance and company’s strategies. • Minimize materials freight expenses for company. • Monitor, track, and provide feedback on suppliers’ performance on delivery, quality, and service. • Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor. • Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy. • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Education & Experience Requirements • Two (2) years experience • A certification by related professional organizations (such as APICS and NAPM) is preferred. • Bachelor’s degree preferred. • Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.