Senior Buyer

RESPONSIBIITIES AND DUTIES:

• Procure production (and related) materials while emphasizing best combination of cost, quality and delivery.
• Procure non-production goods, MRO and other related tooling and equipment
• Utilize all inputs possible to the planning and procurement process - SAP outputs, intrinsic sales data, field reports from QA and Purchasing, observed supplier performance, production-related data, etc.
• Actively support Lean activities as they apply to purchasing raw materials - look for ways to eliminate waste wherever it occurs in the supply/production chain.
• Optimize inventory to achieve FY targets and improve customer on-time delivery performance.
• Coordinate and schedule other PTI locations.
• Aggressively drive cost reductions and Supply Chain initiatives.
• Negotiate with suppliers the price, quality, delivery, discounts, returns, Kanban agreements, etc. in an approved and ethical manner and in compliance with company policy and government regulations.
• Ensure that purchasing activities fully support lean/visual manufacturing concept.
• Maintain efficient communication with inter-departmental personnel.
• Perform other duties as required, e.g.:

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  • Maintain IATF16949 suitable records
  • Track and evaluate "premium freight"
  • Assist in sourcing/qualifying vendors
  • Support MRB decisions
  
  
  
  

COMPETENCIES:

• Computer skills with a high degree of proficiency:
  
  
  
  • SAP - Business Enterprise System
  • Microsoft Office
  
  
  
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent
• APICS or PMAC certification preferred
• 5 years purchasing in a high mix manufacturing environment

Base Pay Range: $71,300 - $96,500

Compensation Disclosure:

At Phillips and Temro Industries, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is listed above. Your base pay will depend on your skills, education, qualifications, experience, and location. The final salary offer will be based on these criteria and may differ based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and other job-related reasons. If you have any questions about the salary range, the compensation structure, or benefits offered feel free to reach out to HR@phillipsandtemro.com

Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees:

• Health insurance, dental, and vision (cost-share)
• HSA/FSA
• STD and LTD (company provided)
• Basic Life and AD&D (company provided)
• Voluntary Supplemental Life
• EAP (company provided)
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• 401K plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Volunteer hours
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement