BUYER - MRO

CL 3fef8e9b 7df9 49f5 ae2a ee4ca28fe996; Columbus (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CL 3fef8e9b 7df9 49f5 ae2a ee4ca28fe996 seeks a procurement professional to source and negotiate with suppliers, analyze costs, and drive cost-reduction initiatives across the supply chain.

You will coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and internal customers to optimize procurements, manage supplier contracts for indirect materials, and ensure compliance with safety data sheets and internal policies. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• AS/AA in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering, or related field OR 1-year Supply Chain or Purchasing/Procurement, OR other related experience is required.
• Proficient in constructing analytical tools for decision making using Microsoft Office.
• Experience and understanding of the entire supply chain from order placement to accounts payable.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers, request quotations, evaluate results and recommend suppliers per procedures and laws.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and internal customers to identify cost reductions.
• Perform in-depth cost analysis for cost reduction opportunities.
• Act as primary contact for supplier negotiations and indirect materials contracts.
• Place orders with proper PO requisition approvals.
• Provide cost analysis data to management for strategic decisions.
• Resolve supplier issues including discrepancies, pricing and deliveries.
• Maintain supplier relationships for quality, cost, and delivery.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance via Safety Data Sheets.
• Bridge policies with internal customers and management
• Support management with PowerPoint presentations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot software-related issues.
• Guide junior team members and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Analytical tools

Technical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-oriented

Supply chain knowledge

INFOR Net-Link ERP

Time management

Data management

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-education

Networking with suppliers

Knowledge retention

Education

AS/AA in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering or related field

1 year supply chain or purchasing/procurement experience

Tools

INFOR Net-Link ERP

Job description

Essential Functions

• Sources and negotiates with potential suppliers, requests quotations, evaluates, analyzes results and recommends suppliers based on FPI procedures and all applicable laws.
• Works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and all internal customers to find cost reduction opportunities
• Performs in-depth cost analysis, focusing on process cost information for cost reduction opportunities.
• Acts as a primary contact for supplier negotiations and contracts on indirect materials.
• Places orders for goods and services that have proper purchase order requisition approval.
• Provides cost analysis data to management for strategic decision making.
• Acts as primary contact in resolving issues involving suppliers: invoice discrepancies, pricing, deliveries, etc.
• Maintains positive supplier relationships to ensure good quality, cost and delivery
• Requests & tracks supplier documentation on behalf of Accounting Department
• Ensures regulatory & safety compliance of purchased goods by obtaining Safety Data Sheets
• Ensures products adhere to internal policies and bridges the gap between policymakers and internal customers
• PowerPoint presentation support for management
• Technical support & troubleshooting software-related issues
• Fosters a positive work environment by remaining friendly, helpful and cordial
• Manages and improves key controlled documents
• Researches and sources non-inventory products and irregular services
• Provides day-to-day guidance to junior team members
• Analyzes workflows & processes; suggests & implements efficient and time-saving/cost-saving solutions
• Supports Kaizen and continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)

• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in constructing analytical tools for decision making using Microsoft Office.
• Technical aptitude and inclination.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to forge internal customer and external supplier relationships.
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Experience and understanding of the entire supply chain from order placement to accounts payable.
• Working knowledge of ERP system functionality (INFOR Net-Link)
• Project and time management to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Data management & analysis of unstructured data
• Cross-functional collaboration & problem-solving between departments
• Self-education in related areas & teaching team members
• Networking with suppliers and professionals in and outside the industry
• Retains knowledge and utilizes it for quick and efficient routine work

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

• AS/AA in Supply Chain Management, Business, OR Engineering, OR a related field OR 1-year Supply Chain OR Purchasing/Procurement,OR other related experience is required.