Site Buyer II

Site Buyer II

The Site Buyer II provides operational and tactical purchasing functions for the Strategic Sourcing and Procurement department at manufacturing site locations. Facilitates the timely purchase of supplies and services for all areas of operations. Drives process improvements and efficiencies in procurement.

Responsibilities:

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our "people first" culture.
• Processes purchase requisitions into purchase orders in support of site operations.
• Ensures that purchase requisitions are accurate, are accompanied by appropriate quotations, and approved vendors are used.
• Ensures purchase orders comply with company policy and procedures and appropriate payment methods.
• Prepares month end reports as required.
• Assists other departments with problem resolution involving discrepancies between purchase order, delivered quantity, quality and/or price.
• Maintains site purchase card and prepares monthly purchase card package for approval.
• Ensures purchases are made in accordance with all contracts; obtains quotes from approved vendors for non-standard items; collaborates with manufacturing site team and Corporate SS&P on new procurement opportunities, RFQs and cost savings initiatives.
• Serves as a primary contact between the site team and the supplier base to expedite orders efficiently.
• Evaluates suppliers, consolidates orders, and negotiates prices and terms.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for process improvement; collaborates with site team to implement solutions to improve efficiency.
• Lead quarterly training seminars for purchasing best practices for Fernley site.
• Identify, execute, and track productivity including cost reduction and cash flow improvement and support the development of the Annual Operating Plan
• Research potential vendors and products to identify cost-effective solutions.
• Minimize risk to continuity of supply by carrying out supplier risk assessments for the suppliers and implementing corrective actions as required with indirect buyers.
• Conduct searches for new suppliers of goods and services, evaluate their capabilities, assess risk, and qualify as necessary

Job Location:

Little Rock, Arkansas United States

Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular

Experience:

We are looking for someone with a bachelor's degree and 2 - 4+ years relevant experience with OR 8+ years relevant experience in lieu of degree.

Required

Skills & Experience:

• Thorough knowledge of purchasing practices, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and prioritize demands from internal customers, some of which may be offsite; ability to effectively collaborate with different operational groups within a manufacturing site and at a corporate level.
• Familiarity and comfortability using ERP systems and software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

Skills & Experience:

• Manufacturing industry experience
• Purchasing negotiation experience
• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE)

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there's no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate – always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

Salary:
Base Salary Range: $22.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits & Perks:

• Time Off:
  We'll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:
  Choose from a variety of options. We'll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match:
  Save for your retirement and we'll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  We're all about lifting each other to the next level. When you're ready to get the degree, we'll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and
  
  Education:
  
  We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program:
  Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program:
  When you make the World's No. 1 Decking Brand, you'll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We'll give you a…