The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!
TK Elevator is currently seeking an Sr. Buyerin Middleton, TN.
To identify, research, evaluate and make recommendations to the appropriate commodity manager to enter into a contractual agreement with vendors the organizations standards are met in price, quality, timing and continuity of supply.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ensures continuity-of-supply by the use of practical problem solving and other lean tools.
Initiates communication with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
Order materials, parts and products.
Assist with pricing, invoicing, tracking and processing of orders.
Identify and solve problems by conducting root cause analysis.
Identify, recommend and assist in the implementation of cost reduction opportunities and process improvements.
Identify, research, evaluate and make recommendations to the appropriate commodity manager to enter into a contractual agreement with vendors to ensure that standards of priced, quality, timing and continuity of supply are met.
Analyze trends to generate meaningful forecasts.
Participate in physical inventory annually.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Train and Mentor Buyers I & II.
Lead cross-functional RIEs that result in material planning improvements.
Lead cross-functional teams to permanently resolve continuity-of-supply issues.
Works with vendors to create processes resulting in lower inventory levels.
Adhere to the Office 6S principles.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School or Equivalent required
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or Finance or related field required
Master's Degree a plus.
APICS Certification a plus.
Seven or more years of direct purchasing and planning experience in a lean manufacturing environment preferred.
Demonstrated success in year over year material cost reduction projects preferred.
Advanced analytical skills required.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings of component parts required.
Must be familiar with engineering change processes, bill of materials, company parts and products.
Solid written and oral communication skills essential for the role.
Demonstrated ability to perform multiple functions in a fast paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required.
Must be organized and detail-oriented to manage multiple projects.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School or Equivalent required
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or Finance or related field required
Master's Degree a plus.
APICS Certification a plus.
Seven or more years of direct purchasing and planning experience in a lean manufacturing environment preferred.
Demonstrated success in year over year material cost reduction projects preferred.
Advanced analytical skills required.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings of component parts required.
Must be familiar with engineering change processes, bill of materials, company parts and products.
Solid written and oral communication skills essential for the role.
Demonstrated ability to perform multiple functions in a fast paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required.
Must be organized and detail-oriented to manage multiple projects.
The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!
TK Elevator is currently seeking an Sr. Buyerin Middleton, TN.
To identify, research, evaluate and make recommendations to the appropriate commodity manager to enter into a contractual agreement with vendors the organizations standards are met in price, quality, timing and continuity of supply.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ensures continuity-of-supply by the use of practical problem solving and other lean tools.
Initiates communication with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
Order materials, parts and products.
Assist with pricing, invoicing, tracking and processing of orders.
Identify and solve problems by conducting root cause analysis.
Identify, recommend and assist in the implementation of cost reduction opportunities and process improvements.
Identify, research, evaluate and make recommendations to the appropriate commodity manager to enter into a contractual agreement with vendors to ensure that standards of priced, quality, timing and continuity of supply are met.
Analyze trends to generate meaningful forecasts.
Participate in physical inventory annually.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Train and Mentor Buyers I & II.
Lead cross-functional RIEs that result in material planning improvements.
Lead cross-functional teams to permanently resolve continuity-of-supply issues.
Works with vendors to create processes resulting in lower inventory levels.
