This position is responsible for the activities related to the procurement and scheduling of goods and services needed to support the manufacturing function. Each buyer will be assigned to a unique product group.
Insure there is adequate inventory to support our internal needs through requisitions sent in by key members of Operations.
Review requisitions to determine the correct amount of inventory to order. The decision of how much to order and when to have parts arrive are determined on the price of the product and the customer need.
Obtain and negotiate timely quote information on price and stock availability from suppliers to help ensure the sales departments ability to quote customers quickly and accurately.
Maintain inventory levels in line with company/departmental guidelines.
Schedule and expedite open purchase orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
Maintain the inventory purchase order file by updating delivery, price and part number information concerning material currently on order with suppliers.
Obtain best price/value on all purchases, thereby increasing company profit margins and quality of products.
5+ year: Experience buying for a manufacturer, including outsourcing of some production items.
Bachelor degree in Business or Supply Chain Management, equivalent degree or experience.
CPIM certification preferred (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).