BUYER (DPM)

Reliant Systems, Inc.; Zimmerman (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Systems, Inc. is seeking a Buyer (DPM) to procure materials, services and raw stock for manufacturing operations. You will evaluate options, manage vendors, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining vendor relationships and contracts.

The role requires experience in purchasing within a manufacturing environment, knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems, and the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams. Some extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Background check required.
• Regular attendance.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
• Experience in purchasing in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate price, quality, service and lead time to buy best option.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts.
• Address quality issues, late deliveries or improvements with vendors.
• Research and evaluate new vendors.
• Communicate purchase requests and delivery expectations.
• Maintain master files in the operating system/ERP.
• Follow internal procedures and maintain standards.
• Maintain clean and safe work area.
• Collaborate with supervisor on progress.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree

Tools

MS Office

JobBoss knowledge

Job description

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BUYER (DPM)

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1039

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

General Description:

The Purchasing Agent position is responsible for buying required materials, services, supplies, and raw stock.

This is accomplished through the following essential functions:

• Evaluate price, quality of material, quality of customer service and lead time to determine the best buying option.
• Manage and maintain vendor relationships and contracts.
• Deal directly with vendors on any quality issues, late deliveries, or improvements.
• Responsible for researching new vendors.
• Responsible for methods of communication and delivery of purchase requests.
• Maintain and update master files assigned in the operating system.
• Follow both verbal instructions and internal procedures.
• Maintain the highest standards specifically applied by our company for aesthetic values on both purchased parts and the internal environment.
• Maintain constant communication with supervisor about job progress.
• Clean and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as business needs dictate.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills.

Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• Previous Purchasing role in related industry.
• Knowledge of supply chain in related industry.
• Knowledge of quoting process for services in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of freight and parcel shipment.
• Knowledge of Material Resource Planning systems.
• Knowledge of JobBoss operating system is a plus.
• Knowledge of vendor score cards is a plus.
• Knowledge of machine tooling is a plus.
• Experience and proficiency with MS Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Education Requirements:

• Associates degree in related discipline, strongly preferred.