Buyer Planner II

HM Electronics Inc; Missouri; On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer II to join their dynamic team. This role involves planning and modifying purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of production components. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid background in purchasing, with opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment. The company values innovation and teamwork, making it a great place for those eager to contribute to exciting projects in the drive-thru and pro-audio industries. Join a team that prioritizes quality and customer satisfaction while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

3 Weeks Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Contributions

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in purchasing required.
• Strong communication and computer skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and modify purchase orders for various commodities.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Research and identify vendor sources for competitive bids.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Computer Skills

Blueprint Understanding

Purchasing Experience

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

HME has been creating innovative products for the drive-thru and pro-audio industries since 1971. From the very beginning, we've known these solutions would never have happened without the customer-focused people who make up our company. HME has a team environment with a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth. With subsidiaries located in California, Missouri, Canada, UK, India, and China, companies around the world depend on HME for clear, reliable communication solutions. From setting the standard for drive-thru headsets and timer systems in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry to developing professional audio equipment used in the Olympic Games, HME strives to create the newest, most innovative products on the market while providing quality care and attention to its customers. At HME you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while developing our future products. Come join our team!

We are actively seeking a Buyer II to join the HME team. Under limited supervision, uses working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to procure production components at prices consistent with quality and quantity requirements.

What you will do in the position:

1. Plans, Places and Modifies Purchase Orders for Off-the-Shelf and Build-to-Print Commodities

• Plans purchase orders based on various reports, using judgment and knowledge of materials and product to modify quantity and timing of order as appropriate to obtain best price.
• Contacts suppliers to negotiate pricing, delivery, terms and conditions based on company requirements and specifications.
• Processes purchase orders and change orders to suppliers verbally and/or in writing, following up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Maintains adequate records of purchase orders and all related documentation.
• Acts as liaison between suppliers and Supplier Quality Department to address and resolve quality issues, including return to vendor items.
• Modifies, renegotiates and reschedules existing orders based on current needs.
• Addresses and resolves invoicing discrepancies with suppliers.
• Follows up on open order report.

Vendor Research, Identification, and Sourcing

• Researches and identifies vendor sources, seeks competitive bids, and recommends alternate sources.
• Consults buy history, computer database, and reference trade publications and Engineering to identify and recommend alternate sources, contacting sources to request competitive bids.

General Support

• Receives MRP from Production Control to initiate and reschedule orders.
• Receives input from Supplier Quality on quality issues that may need supplier interface.
• Works with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing issues.
• Interfaces with Engineering for design sampling and technical information.
• Interfaces with Document Control for latest written specifications.
• May act as Project Coordinator on design projects as appropriate.
• Backs up other Buyer/Planners as needed.

What you will need to succeed in this position:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills including using word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Basic understanding of blueprints.
• 2-4 years of Purchasing experience.
• Up to 10% travel.

Pay Range: $59,700 - $79,600 per annum. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for the role. This may vary depending on experience and other factors. Our benefits package includes tuition reimbursement; 3 weeks paid vacation your first year, paid holidays, medical, vision and dental coverage, pet insurance, life insurance, and 401K contributions.

The work environment described here is representative of those that an employee would work within. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This job requires frequent contact outside the department or company, and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate with occasional loud noise.

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Licenses & Certifications

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