MRO Buyer

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a major impact in the business world and be part of a passionate team? Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking for a strong and motivated MR) Buyer for the manufacturing operations in Thomson, GA (located just outside of Augusta, GA).

The MRP Buyer is responsible for for non-inventory items and ensures that stock levels are maintained at adequate levels. Work directly with plant systems to manage and coordinate with supplier deliveries. This person will work in conjunction with the Maintenance Manager to help co-ordinate overall cost reduction.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Job

(This section is not inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as necessary).

• Create purchase requisitions when required and obtain approval prior to placing supply orders.
• Manage the entirety of the purchasing and inventory control process, including communication with suppliers and PR/PO creation/verification.
• Monitor and report the progress of purchases within SAP or equivalent purchasing software. Contact vendors and verify quotations from various suppliers in order to assure that high quality and cost-effective parts and materials are ordered.
• Observe usage of critical parts and set adequate minimum and maximum stock amounts within MVP.
• Work with established supply chains on a set schedule, to ensure a continuous supply. Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of MRO material.
• React to work order requests of critical parts and ensure that the stock levels never fall below a set minimum.
• Manage inventory accuracy by performing physical inventory counts daily.
• Implement and manage min/max inventory management systems for identified MRO, office supplies, first aid, safety supplies, etc.
• Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication and mitigation of future potential problems.
• Manage and resolve issues regarding PR/PO to avoid invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options.

Salary range:
Approximately $55,000 (pay will be based on education and direct knowledge and experience in role)

Note:

This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals.

Please refer to the required list of skills and experience below. Education can be substituted with equivalent experience. Licenses & Certifications are preferred but not required.

Benefits:
Adler Pelzer offers a competitive pay and benefits package as well as the opportunity to grow one’s career. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, other insurance options, paid time off, 401(K) match, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, variety of automobile purchase discounts (BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others), and tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.

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High School or better.