Sr Buyer Indirect Materials

Kohler Co.; Benito Juárez; Presencial; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance vendor relationships and optimize purchasing processes. In this pivotal role, you will contact vendors, analyze their offerings, and ensure the best quality and pricing for internal clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a background in indirect materials purchasing. The company promotes a culture of innovation and offers a competitive total rewards package, empowering associates to thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment. If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career, this opportunity is for you.

Servicios

Competitive total rewards package

Career growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Strong culture of innovation

Formación

• Preference for two years’ experience as an indirect materials buyer.
• Bilingual candidates preferred for effective communication.

Responsabilidades

• Contact vendors to request quotations and analyze their offerings.
• Expedite and follow up on all purchasing orders.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activity and vendor performance.

Conocimientos

Abstract Reasoning Ability

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Aggressiveness

Assertiveness

Cautiousness

Self-Structure

Thoroughness

Persuasiveness

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Windows-based software applications

Descripción del empleo

Location: Juárez, Nuevo León.

Work Mode: On-Site

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the Supervisor Purchasing, the Sr Buyer is responsible for contacting vendors and analyzing each vendor considering the capacity, service, quality, and price in order to satisfy the needs of internal clients. Constantly update a list of available vendors and materials.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Contact as many vendors as possible to request quotations and general information about their products, services, and prices.
2. Compare quotations, service, quality, prices, and references to get the best option.
3. Always strive to fulfill the goals of the company regarding the required quality, quantity, timely delivery, and the lowest cost.
4. Receive all purchasing requisitions and verify the information included in each form.
5. Expedite and follow up on all purchasing orders.
6. Evaluate present and potential suppliers from the standpoint of quality, service, and price.
7. Prepare reports monitoring purchasing activity and vendor performance.
8. Maintain files for new or potential suppliers and purchasing orders based on promised delivery dates.
9. Keep specifications for the required products and services by consulting other departments.
10. Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
11. Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position (See Responsibilities chart by position).

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS

Supervisory Relationships:

1. Reports to the Supervisor - Purchasing Indirect Materials.

Organization Relationships:

1. Frequent contact with Manufacturing Supervisors, Foremen, Plant Engineers, and Maintenance Supervisors.

2. Frequent contact with Administrative Personnel.

External Business Relationships:

1. Frequent contact with suppliers and vendors.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Preference for Bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE:

Preference for two years’ experience as an indirect materials buyer, experience in negotiating with suppliers, and familiarity with manufacturing operations.

FORMATION:

Preference for bilingual candidates and knowledge of Microsoft Windows-based software applications.

SKILLS:

Traits

Critical: Abstract Reasoning Ability, Aggressiveness, Assertiveness, Cautiousness, Ego-Drive, Energy, Self-Structure, Thoroughness, and Urgency.

Supporting: External Structure, Gregariousness, and Sociability.

Behaviors

Critical: Persuasively sells ideas to gain support and buy-in; is willing to make tough decisions; establishes goals, priorities, and expectations for staff members; is persistent; recognizes problems, issues, and opportunities; gathers and analyzes data; leverages resources effectively; independently sets goals, objectives, and priorities; manages multiple tasks and activities; works quickly.

Supporting: Creates new concepts and approaches to solve problems; follows established policies and procedures; develops new contacts and initiates relationships.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
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