Buyer II

Requisition

26182

REV-O is a manufacturer of industry-leading ambulance brands, including Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, and medium‑duty models:
Road Rescue & Wheeled Coach. With a legacy and passion to deliver mission‑critical durability, our ambulances are built to perform under the most demanding conditions and are as unbreakable as the spirit of those we serve. REV‑O is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets.

Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. The REV Group is veteran‑friendly and hires over 200 veterans and military transferees each year.

The Buyer will be responsible for daily purchasing tasks including maintaining stock levels, ensuring planned delivery times, viewing open purchase requisitions, creating purchase orders, monitoring supplier performance to meet quality, delivery, service and cost objectives, building supplier relationships, following up on open orders, and providing customer updates on outstanding purchase orders. The Buyer will also use best practices and experience to secure the best prices possible and optimum order quantities.

• Process purchase requisitions to create and send purchase orders to suppliers
• Review Open PO Report daily and follow up with suppliers when delivery dates are past
• Maintain purchasing information records for accuracy
• Update purchase orders and communicate requirements with suppliers
• Support Production with required information:
  • Provide tracking/shipment proof of delivery
  • Update shipping dates
  • Expedite purchase orders
• Receive PO acknowledgements from suppliers and update PO confirmation tab
• Act as escalation point and support for Buyer I
• Investigate recurring problems with suppliers or materials
• Own assigned supplier relationships
• Support strategic sourcing events
• Lead team to develop process improvements
• Actively participate in driving business results
• Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned

• Must have ability to read, write, and perform mathematical computations at a level required for successful job performance
• Experience with SAP MRP purchasing systems preferred
• Ability to buy competitively and wisely
• Develop reliable and effective supply sources and maintain supplier relationships
• Administer purchasing and supply management functions proactively, ethically, and efficiently
• Ability to purchase in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and initiate purchase orders from multiple sources
• Responsible for source selection of materials, services, assets, and tooling
• Maintain control of lead times to ensure available materials without excess inventory
• Knowledge of inventory control, receiving, and accounting practices
• Secure and analyze quotes, negotiate pricing, and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery
• Work with internal customers and team members professionally and efficiently
• Maintain ownership of assigned suppliers and commodities
• Understand and carry out verbal and written directions, pay attention to detail, and work independently in the absence of supervision
• Demonstrate ability to lead people and get results through others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English

• Associate’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred
• 2-5 years experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory control or related work experience

• The employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, use phone and a computer for extended periods of time
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat

Indoor office; may work on factory floor or warehouse and must comply with all safety and environmental rules.

• Safety glasses
• Earplugs
• Closed or steel‑toed shoes

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