Buyer

Jobot; Tecumseh Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong Benefits Package

401K offering

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Buyer for a leading manufacturing company in Tecumseh, MI. The role focuses on procuring materials for blow molding machinery and products while ensuring timely delivery and cost improvements.

Responsibilities include PO processing, MRP review, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional coordination to sustain supply chain integrity. On-site, permanent position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a supply chain field; 2+ years buying/planning or 3+ years related experience.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems and functionality.
• Understanding BOM structure and material management.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and review for quantity, price, specification and delivery.
• Review MRP messages to ensure steady flow of materials.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate material deliveries to ensure on-time product delivery.
• Work in ERP system to complete assignments and update supplier confirmations.
• Assist in analyzing supply chain issues and provide recommendations.

Skills

MRP/ERP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation skills

Communication

Procurement/purchasing

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Buyer

$60000 - $70000 per year | Tecumseh, MI | On-site | Permanent

Buyer Needed For Leading Manufacturing Company

My client is a leading manufacturing company who is growing! They are looking to add a Buyer to their team who is responsible for the procurement of materials for blow molding machinery and products.

Why join us?

Compensation Up To $75,000

• Strong Benefits Package
• 401K offering
• Opportunity for growth

Job Details

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process purchase orders and review each for quantity, price, specification and delivery requirements.
• Review and react to MRP messages to ensure a steady flow of materials.
• Responsible for achieving cost reductions and quality and delivery initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with new suppliers or products
• Update PO’s with supplier confirmation information (delivery dates, quantities, etc.).
• Coordinate material deliveries into the supply chain to ensure on time delivery of the product.
• Monitor and assign ship dates to backordered materials.
• Assist in the analysis of supply chain issues, work in progress and potential production setbacks and participates in providing recommendations to assure delivery requirements are satisfied
• Participate in the periodically revision of planning and inventory parameters (safety stock, lead time, etc.).
• Works extensively in ERP system to complete the assignments listed above.
• Ensure vendors are contacted in a timely manner; follow up to verify goods are delivered when needed and notify necessary departments if delays occur
• Assist in the analysis of potential production setbacks and participates in providing recommendations to assure delivery requirements are satisfied
• Work with vendors to expedite orders and resolve issues around late deliveries

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a supply chain related field and at least 2 years of buying/planning experience or at least 3 years of related experience is required.
• Working knowledge of MRP systems and functionality.
• Understanding of BOM structure and material management.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work in a cross functional work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.