Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

We're hiring an experienced Buyer/Sr. Buyer with experience in the metal manufacturing industry to add to our team.

This associate will conduct strategic sourcing of qualified vendors, negotiate both annual agreements and one-time deals, execution of purchase orders, and develop and maintain vendor relationships.

• Successfully negotiating contracts and payment terms as well as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) pricing
• Negotiating formula pricing structures based on familiarity with commodities used in typical manufacturing processes
• Working knowledge of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs and ability to implement these from start to finish
• Assertively building a qualified base of vendors and continually expand industry expertise
• Purchasing point of contact for assigned business divisions
• Supply chain and purchase order management
• Additional items as assigned by manager

This position interacts with Customers, Outside Sales Reps, Vendors, Engineering, Operations, Product Managers, Accounting, Receiving, Quality, and Production.

• Basic familiarity with drawings and specifications.
• Strong, cross-functional communication skills, detail oriented, MS office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable working with ERP systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to establish rapport.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing commodity assignments.
• Timely disposition of RTV items.
• Understanding of MRP planning.

• 3-5 years of experience as Buyer in Manufacturing Environment.