Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

· Competitive wages

· Company paid health and dental benefits

· Paid vacation and and Sales Incentive Plan

· Defined 401(k) Plan with company match

· Opportunity for career stability and growth

· Tuition reimbursement program

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage steel and MRO purchasing activities including troubleshoot and resolve issues with suppliers and stakeholders.


• Create purchase orders in D365 and submit them to approved vendors.


• Manage purchases to optimize inventory levels and ensure on time delivery.


• Get order confirmation, lead times, and delivery status and communicate to stakeholders.


• Create and update product codes by working with respective entities.


• Maintain a neat and clean workspace, including inventory storage areas.


• Analyze and challenge vendor on price increases to get the best value.


• Track and report monthly key spending and cost savings.


• Manage and update pricing, lead times, and vendor data in ERP system.


• Work with Accounts Payable/Receivables to resolve purchase price variations and ensure payments are made on time and in full.


• Maintain meticulous purchasing and delivery records.


• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor or Associate Degree in Business Management or Supply Chain Management desirable.  Relevant work experience is acceptable.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Five (5) to ten (10) years of proven experience as a professional buyer 


• Organized and ability to prioritize tasks


• Strong work ethic and willingness to complete tasks without time constraints


• Analytical and can assess data for making purchasing decisions


• Ability to clearly present ideas to management, peers, and suppliers


• Business savvy and can comprehend financial impacts on buying decisions


• Sound understanding of purchasing processes and incoterms


• Effective written and oral communication skills


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office products


• Strong customer focus with ability to build internal and external relationships

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Typical office environment and work stations


• Normal hours with the understanding that workload can vary and must be willing to adjust accordingly to complete tasks at hand


• Some travel may be required, approximately 15%