Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

JOB SUMMARY:

A Douglas Machine Inc. Buyer is responsible for supply chain management. This includes, but not limited to, the following: contract management, developing and implementing bids, establishing new sources of supply, consolidating existing sources of supply, managing supply chain improvement projects, and intervening in critical supply chain issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

* Steward our mission (to enrich lives by providing differentiated packaging automation and services) and values (unwavering integrity, servant's heart, ownership spirit, and continuous innovation and improvement).

* Ensure the highest standards are followed according to Douglas Machine's Statement of Supply Chain Ethics.

* Continuously develop skills and knowledge in supply chain management profession.

* Establish confidentiality agreements with suppliers.

* Schedule and lead supplier meetings, which include preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.

* Meet with engineers to understand needs and issues and provides follow up communications.

* Manage the development of bid documents for new and existing requirements.

* Lead internal strategy development and supplier negotiations assuring the interests of Douglas Machine Inc. are managed.

* Communicate critical supply issues (delivery, quality, price, etc) to Director of Materials and executive sponsor as needed.

* Develop contracts and agreements with suppliers to reflect negotiated conditions.

* Work with the Sourcing Coordinator to assure the daily and weekly requirements are managed in the best interest of Douglas Machine Inc.

* Work with the Sourcing Coordinator to develop and disseminate the supplier performance data regarding service, quality, and cost.

* Work with Director of Materials to implement improvements in supply management process.

* Participate in the measurement and reporting of cost increases, reductions, and avoidances.

* Comply with all safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Strong PC knowledge with well-developed MS Office application skills.

* Strong organizational and team building skills.

* Ability to analyze data and write/generate reports.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Ability to work independently or on a team.

* Ability to interact and communicate effectively with persons at all levels within the organization as well as with supplier representatives.

* Capable of managing supply chain related projects to through to completion in a timely manner.

* Minimum of 3-5 years supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environment.

* Requires moderate to low supervision.

* Has or will work towards a professional certification (CPM, APICS, NAPM, etc.).

* Is a resource for the procurement group on supply chain issues.

OTHER INFORMATION:

All full-time positions offer attractive compensation and benefits that include ESOP stock allocation, 401(k) match, a company health clinic, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, volunteer time off, along with holiday pay and paid time off. This is an on-site position requiring in-person attendance.