Buyer

Forma-Fab Metals; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Forma-Fab Metals in Mebane, North Carolina is looking for a Purchasing Manager responsible for managing the purchasing profile and driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will oversee the Purchase Order System, communicate forecasts, and negotiate supplier agreements. Strong experience in procurement and business studies degree required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Studies required.
• Minimum of three years purchasing experience required.
• Strong understanding of materials flow preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Purchase Order System and ensure accuracy.
• Communicate forecasts and orders to suppliers effectively.
• Review supplier agreements and negotiate terms.

Skills

Negotiating procurement terms

Materials flow management

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Business Studies

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day management of a purchasing profile with focus on continuous improvement within purchasing

Essential Functions

• Manage and continuously review the Purchase Order System (MRP), to ensure it is accurate, up to date and consistently meets requirements of the business
• Purchase materials in line with inventory parts
• Timely and effective communication of forecasts and purchase orders to suppliers
• Continually review the overall “value” offered by existing suppliers and ensure that the Company’s purchasing remains locally competitive
• Assist with regular re‑negotiations of terms of business/service agreements and performance evaluation with suppliers, taking corrective action as required
• Check and authorize designated invoices for stock, packaging and carriage items
• Management of Key Performance Indicators
• Resolve complaints from customers and vendors
• Explains and administers company policies and procedures pertaining to purchasing
• Processing exchanged or refunded parts and/or materials
• Assist in other areas as needed

Requirements

• Degree in Business Studies
• Minimum of three years experience of buying/procurement within an MRP environment
• Excellent understanding of efficient materials flow and best practice
• Strong track record of negotiating procurement/buying terms
• High level of computer literacy, to include MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work under pressure and tight schedules
• Knowledge of equipment, materials and services required
• Strong organizational and administration skills
• Skilled in communicating logically and accurately in oral and written forms
• Confident and assertive; Professional attitude and demeanor; Adaptable/Flexible approach to work
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints and Engineering Change Notices

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform sedentary work, defined as lifting 10lbs maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers, and small tools
• Ability to attend work on a regular and reliable a basis