Buyer, Business

Job Description

Title:

Buyer

Reports to:

Chief Financial Officer, PHX Holdings

Job Purpose:

Responsible for all purchasing related activities and assigned commodities Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Execute on all data entry requirements in Epicor including purchase orders, packing lists, receiving paperwork, etc.
• Assist in the planning and scheduling of daily purchasing requirements.
• Determine appropriate stocking levels and frequency for re-ordering ongoing daily, weekly, and monthly orders.
• Evaluate material requirements including obtaining new quotes, sourcing comparable options, monitor, and coordinate shipments from suppliers to ensure materials are received on time.
• Responsible for the material outsource process
• Ownership and management of tooling and ECM processes, including oversight of related inventory, ensuring accuracy, availability, and alignment with production needs
• Develop and enhance vendor relationships through communication and continuous improvement. Maintain regular cadence of supplier facing visits.
• Identify and lead efforts for process improvements within the department.
• Ability to review, analyze, report, and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Reconcile freight and materials invoices.
• Work with Accounts Payable (AP) to reconcile invoicing issues
• Communicate any material shortages to the team.
• Support physical inventory and cycle counts.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service through active process management and communication to internal customers and suppliers.
• Understand and execute on the standard work developed for the role.
• Participation and lead for supply chain updates in New Product Introduction (NPI) weekly meetings.
• Ensure activities meet with and integrate with organizational requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies, and general duty of care.
• Execute all responsibilities according to lawful and ethical standards as established by company policies and procedures.
• Support Purchasing department and perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience with ERP systems required and Epicor preferred
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, and Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods; metal stamping, cold-heading, machining, or fabrication preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Team player who enjoys challenging situations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.