Buyer

Engineered Controls International, LLC; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OPW is seeking a Buyer for our Elon, North Carolina campus to support daily production needs across multiple manufacturing locations. The role partners with Operations Planning to execute the business plan, ensuring on-time deliveries and optimal inventory levels.

The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, leverage ERP and MRP, and help drive cost reduction while maintaining quality and delivery. A Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of purchasing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in business, supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Proficient with ERP, Excel, MS Office Suite; able to read engineering blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Procure daily items to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal inventory levels.
• Improve supplier performance by monitoring quality, cost, delivery, and inventory metrics.
• Reconcile pricing and receiving discrepancies with vendors and coordinate with accounts payable.

Skills

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/supply chain

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

MRP

MS Office

Job description

About OPW

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

Location and Schedule

This is an onsite role at our Elon, North Carolina campus with a base schedule of Monday through Friday, first shift.

Scope

The Buyer position is a highly visible position with primary responsibility to support daily production requirements across multiple manufacturing locations. This position partners with Operation’s Planning community to successfully execute the business plan to provide world class customer service. The scope of this role will increase as business priorities emerge and grow with RegO.

Essential Responsibilities

Day to day procurement activities to ensure on time deliveries, inventory levels and supplier relationship management. Responsible for independently purchasing a wide array of inventory items using ERP Improve supplier performance by monitoring quality, cost, delivery, and inventory metrics. Assure replenishment parameters are maintained by purchasing to support customers and inventory management and optimization Works with suppliers for improvement opportunities in terms of cost, quality, delivery and lead time Resolve pricing and receiving discrepancies with vendors, coordinate with accounts payable department

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, logistics, quantitative fields or equivalent work experience. 3-5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred. Computer savvy: Knowledgeable with ERP, Excel, MS Office Suite, etc. Ability to read engineering blueprints and understand manufacturing processes. Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Professional phone etiquette is a must. Self-motivated and possesses the ability to complete tasks on-time and with little to no supervision. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred. Advanced knowledge of purchasing terminology and practices analytical, mathematical skills negotiation skills and application of purchasing cost reduction methods Material requirements planning (MRP) system proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

APICS/CPM/CPIM/CSCP or equivalent certification desirable. This 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.