Buyer II

Overview

Horton Emergency Vehicles has built the industry's most innovative ambulances for first responders since 1968. Horton designs, manufactures, and delivers high-quality, tailor-made ambulances. Horton Emergency Vehicles is part of the REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group's vehicle line-up includes ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RVs, and more. REV Group is a veteran-friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and/or those transferring out of the military each year.

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Requisition : 26333

The Buyer II position researches and selects vendors to solicit quotes and is responsible for the procurement of a medium scope, quantity, and dollars of repetitive assemblies, parts, and services. Requires considerable knowledge of specific materials, vendors, and market conditions. The Buyer II will be responsible for daily purchasing tasks including but not limited to: maintaining stock levels, viewing open purchase requisitions, creating PO, building supplier relationships, following up on open orders, and providing customer updates on outstanding purchase orders.

Buyer II will use best practices and experience to ensure that the company is getting the best prices possible and optimum order quantities. Also, monitor the performance of the suppliers to ensure the attainment of objectives in quality, delivery, service, and cost.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Utilization of a Computerized ERP system to ensure Purchase Orders are created and reviewed in a timely and accurate manner, in support of manufacturing requirements.
• Ongoing expediting of items on the Backlog Report to ensure report integrity which will be used to communicate between customer service and the warehouse.
• Routinely interact and communicate with suppliers so that purchase order details (manufacture number, description, and pricing) and delivery requirements are accurately and clearly defined (delivery date based on manufacturing/customer requirements, considering transportation, inspection, and internal processes).
• Maintain delivery confirmation detail in the computer system.
• Assure the flow of product that does not meet our standards or expectations is clearly documented and processed through the defective materials process.
• Review and resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies, as required by receiving or accounts payable, to ensure timely payments are made to suppliers.
• Review open requirements, expedite, delay, or cancel orders where necessary.
• Track supplier OTTR, OTIF, and Lead Time, and ensure MOQ = EOQ.
• As needed, engage with suppliers to resolve supply solvency issues.
• The first line of defense for price increases, leveraging a broader team to drive results by mitigating increases.

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Analytical, self-motivated professional with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency in follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and meet deadlines for multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced and evolving manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in, engage, and promote a team atmosphere.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability with computer operations, specifically Microsoft Office, data mining, and Microsoft Power BI.
• Demonstrated ability with problem solving, i.e., short/long term corrective action resolution, root cause analysis, 5 Why principle, etc.
• Experience with supplier and vendor management and onboarding.
• Intermediate to advanced experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, queries, macros, etc.).

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or
  2) certification as a Certified Public Procurement Buyer, Certified Professional Procurement Officer, or relevant experience.