Senior Buyer

POSITION SUMMARY: Plan and process all assigned tactical procurement and inventory control transactions and maintain optimal price and delivery cycle while maintaining the lowest possible operational inventory levels. Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials from outside suppliers or between facilities according to production schedules.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work every scheduled workday including weekends and overtime as required.
• Understand and comply with all PPE requirements at all times, work safely every day and encourage all team members to do the same.
• Plan, issue and manage Purchase Orders, acknowledgments, and expedite/cancel/defer requests using MRP and other release systems.
• Work with Materials Manager and Operations to project, forecast and plan material and purchased component needs as assigned.
• Coordinate daily requirements/commitments with the supplier base to ensure timely shipping and receiving to verify that materials and/or components are received and stored/allocated as per procedure.
• Manage inventory movement and accuracy, designated stocking levels, JIT inventory processes, buy/stocking quantities, supplier managed inventory and all other metrics affecting inventory turns via cycle counting, variance investigation, and continuous coordination of information flow between Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain personnel.
• Interact with Corporate Supply Chain personnel to ensure a seamless flow of information throughout every level of supply chain.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly paperwork and reports as required.
• Provide training and assistance to other employees as assigned.
• Follow action and communication protocols for nonstandard deviation in processes or materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Commitment to a safety culture where safety is the first consideration before starting any task.
• Strong computer skills with emphasis on XA-Netlink, Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Control processes/procedures.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills both up and down throughout the facility.
• Solid analytical and planning skills.
• Proficient in problem analysis and resolution.
• Effective knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Strong team player.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor or associate degree in business or manufacturing, or a combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Three to five years' experience in Supply Chain preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The performance of this position will require exposure to the manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes and other mandatory safety equipment.
• For the most part, ambient temperatures with typical plant lighting and manufacturing equipment are present throughout the facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting or standing as needed.
• Walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
• Reaching, pushing, pulling or lifting as required within limits set by Entrans International LLC.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company's need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual's sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, notional origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Thought Provoking - Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Three to five years' experience in Supply Chain preferred. (preferred)

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