Buyer

Dover Corporation; Boca Raton (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation’s PSG division in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a procurement professional to manage purchasing, supplier performance and material flow for critical fluids equipment. This full-time onsite role requires tactical and strategic thinking to support programs, production schedules and cost control.

You’ll engage with cross-functional teams, drive process improvements and ensure data integrity across ERP systems while upholding ISO 9001 standards and ethics.

Qualifications

• 5 years of purchasing/materials/supply chain experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Procurement certifications (preferred).
• Experience with ERP/MRP/MRP II systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Ability to think tactically and strategically.
• Experience with Kanban and lean manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent people skills and adaptability to change.
• Strong analytical capabilities and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Perform ERP review including inventory levels, buffer stock and orders.
• Issue and modify purchase orders as needed.
• Expedite purchased items when required.
• Maintain procurement data integrity and material discrepancy processes.
• Assist in make/buy analyses and strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with Procurement Team and PSG/ Dover stakeholders.
• Conform to ISO 9001, ethics and purchasing policies.
• Generate POs to meet program and production schedules.
• Drive cost reduction and manage supplier base.
• Develop product/commodity knowledge for supplier evaluation.
• Resolve issues professionally and ethically.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP/MRP systems

MS Office

Strategic thinking

Multi-tasking

Data analysis

Kanban / Lean

People skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree – Procurement, Logistics, Business, Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP software

MS Office Suite

Job description

## BuyerApply: Onsite: Boca Raton, Florida, USA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR101342PSG is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque, All-FloTM, Almatec, Blackmer, Ebsray, em-tec, Griswold, HydroTM, MalemaTM, Mouvex, Neptune, PSG Biotech, QuantexTM, Quattroflow, and Wilden. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.The Buyer is responsible for supplier management, on-time-delivery, and inventory management, as well as driving cost savings and cost avoidance, dual sourcing, and risk mitigation initiatives across the business. The individual is responsible for ensuring the availability of purchased parts, components, assemblies and services to satisfy Customer Orders. The role requires an individual with both tactical and strategic abilities, willing and able to interact at all levels of the organization including product segment planners, product design, customer service and manufacturing supervision.**What You’ll Do*** Successfully perform the tactical execution of ERP review, including the review of inventory levels, buffer stock, customer orders, etc...* Issue and modify purchase orders as necessary based on the needs of the business.* Expediting of purchased items as required.* Manage procurement data integrity for assigned areas.* Manage the material discrepancy process to ensure that Material Discrepancy Reports are processed expeditiously.* Assist in make/buy analysis and other strategic procurement decisions.* Work with the Procurement Team, Dover Category Managers, PSG Supply Chain Director to evaluate and manage supply base.* Conform to all ISO 9001 policies and procedures, Company Code of Ethics, and Company Purchasing Policies.* Generate purchase orders to meet program and production schedules employing best practice methodology regarding asset management and cost control.* Assist in managing purchased materials costs through effective supply base management and cost reduction initiatives.* Achieve in depth product and commodity knowledge to understand the relationship to supplier technology, capabilities, processes, and capacities.* Professionally resolve problems (both internal and external) in a fair and ethical manner.* Additional tasks as required.**What You’ll Bring*** 5 years’ experience in purchasing/materials/supply chain management.* Bachelor’s Degree – Procurement, Logistics, Business, Engineering or related field (preferred but not required).* Professional certification CPSM, CPM, CPIM, CIRM (preferred).* Experience, or knowledge of, ERP/MRP/MRP II systems.* Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.* Strong multi-tasking capabilities, able to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently.* Ability to think both tactically and strategically.* Experience or education with Kanban systems and other lean manufacturing techniques.* Excellent people skills and adaptable to change.**The Ideal Candidate Will Also Bring*** Strong analysis capabilities that convert large amounts of disparate data into a cohesive set of information that enables decision making.* Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal skills at all levels of the organization.* Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic environment.* Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks.* Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win, self-starter with ability to solve problems, anticipate and avoid issues.* Strong attention to detail, hands-on and strive to execute.* Interfaces with wide array of individuals, able to influence.#LI-GP1This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites at https://careers.dovercorporation.com/. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.