Buyer, Business

Position is a key role within our strategic plan for Supply Chain Management. Responsible for processing raw materials, MRO and non-inventory purchase orders for the site. Is the main contact between the supplier and the site regarding scheduled deliveries that may impact operations and customer OTD.

Negotiate with current and potential suppliers and vendors to optimize price, quality and delivery. Also acts as liaison between the supplier and the organization to address any quality-related, delivery issues requiring investigation, next steps, revised documentation, etc. The Buyer manages supplier performance using surveys, scorecards, audits, tracking and trending related outcomes. Adherence to SG Global Purchasing guidelines and standards. Strict adherence and commitment to carrying out the Corporate and local policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.

The objectives are based on continuous improvements in Procure to Payment, inventory management (days inventory), lead-time reduction, cost savings, cost avoidance, risk mitigation and develop alternate sourcing. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Release PO's to meet production schedules and update purchase orders according to changes in the MPS.
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure aged orders are closed or updated.
• Maintain working relationships with key suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules.
• Evaluate supplier performance and create improvement plans to secure business and mitigate supply/business risks.
• Proactively request offers and negotiations with suppliers and assist in achieving overall site PPM savings goal.
• Cost-optimized purchasing of all required goods and services in the right quality, in the right quantity and at the right time in compliance with purchasing guidelines and use internal e-tools.
• Work in coordination with site/global purchasing manager to implement sourcing strategies at the site level.
• Prepare reports of key metrics and keep materials & services costs updated in the system.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• BS degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related with a specialization in the area of Supply Chain Management or equivalent combination of training and work experience may substitute for degree.
• 3+ years in purchasing, sourcing, and/or supply chain management or 1+ years experience with a degree.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with codes and legal regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in numerous mediums (written, verbal, presentations, etc.)
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, excel specific, and MRP systems, QAD a plus.
• Initiate, prioritize, drive to completion, and concurrently manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure. Uses a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.

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