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JRPowerex-Iwata Air Technology Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Come join a team where People make the difference!  As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.
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* SUMMARY:

** The purpose of this position is to ensure we have a source of supply for all materials the plant needs to produce customer orders at a competitive price point, maintain our supplier relationships and help drive cost reduction projects. This position will also work on a variety of continuous improvement projects to help the facility improve operations.
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* WHO WE ARE:

** Powerex has been a part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies for more than 30 years.  Due to significant growth in recent years, we are seeking additional talented and energetic individuals to join our team.  These new High-Potential Leaders will be critical to guiding Powerex’ future growth.  Powerex manufactures industry-leading Medical Gas Equipment for many critical applications within Hospitals and University Laboratories in addition to designing and assembling Compressed Air and Vacuum solutions for use in a variety of Industrial applications including buses, light rail, and food & beverage processing.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
** The Buyer will be responsible for the following:
* Source parts as needed through new product development efforts, adjustments to existing products or the need to change suppliers.
* Work directly with Engineering on NPD projects.
* Ensure a competitive bidding process is utilized when processing all purchase requisitions to ensure we pay the most competitive price possible.
* Work on a variety of cost reduction projects.
* Manage pricing loaded in the MRP system.
* Manage the supply base relationship.
* Pull selected supplier performance data monthly, communicate results with suppliers and if needed work with suppliers to improve performance.
* Provide forecasting to suppliers as needed.
* Pull, review and take the appropriate actions for PPV reports monthly.
* Help set up new and improve existing VMI/Kanban and SOMI/consignment programs as needed.
* Work on continuous improvement projects as needed.
* Assist the plant with returns/debits as needed.
* Assist in reducing the excess and obsolescence report as needed.
* Help launch new programs with the MRP system that affect our material processes as needed.
* Assist in managing freight cost as needed.
* Fill out appropriate USMCA/NAFTA, Buy America, Country of Origin, REACH/ROHS and other certifications as needed.
* Work with accounting to rectify invoice variances with suppliers.
* Help manage MRO contracts and quote out projects for the plants as needed.
* Other duties as assigned.
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SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

*** Bachelor’s Degree or three years’ experience in a purchasing related field, preferably in manufacturing.
* Extensive experience with MRP systems preferred.
* Knowledge of how to collect data to effectively negotiate the best price possible.
* Complex problem solving and critical thinking skills required.
* Experience with Kanban and VMI programs preferred.
* Continuous Improvement and Root Cause Analysis experience preferred.
* Demonstrated effective problem solving skills. Able to understand complex issues and provide appropriate, effective solutions.
* Anticipates internal customer needs accurately and quickly establishes creditability with internal customers.
* Proven success as a team member, collaborating, cross-functionally, and participating in diverse thinking.
* Ability to achieve goals through influencing others.
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