Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Compensation: $48,, based on experience

• Research inventory records to determine if parts on hand are in sufficient or excess quantities; develop action plans to rebalance the demand versus supply position.
• Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Perform schedule maintenance based on an analysis of the information contained in the Facts Purchasing System.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history.
• Maintain appropriate records to support material acquisition decisions and perform related analyses as needed.
• Perform such other tasks and special projects as may be assigned from time to time by the unit manager.
• Use a combination of internal tools and reports, while communicating with Customer Relations and suppliers, to effectively expedite the delivery of product.
• Manage Supplier Reject Notice (SRN’s) within the assigned catalog product group to enable a timely disposition of non-conforming product.
• Manage cost accountability process related to assigned catalog group(s).
• Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
• Negotiate, or renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
• Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time, and trace shipments and follow up on undelivered goods in the event of problems.
• Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and determine needs for changes.
• Review catalogs, industry periodicals, directories, trade journals and internet sites, and consult with other departments personnel to locate necessary goods and services.
• Study sales records and inventory levels of current stock to develop strategic purchasing programs that facilitate employee access to supplies.
• Interview vendors and visit suppliers' plants to examine and learn about products, services and prices.
• Arrange the payment of duty and freight charges.
• Process corrective actions related to assigned job duties.
• Manage and process PPAP’s and PPW’S.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Bachelor Degree with 1-3 years’ experience is desired or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Microsoft Word and Excel
• Outlook
• ERP experience