Corporate Buyer

Motion; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AST Bearings LLC is seeking a Buyer Planner for our Purchasing Department in New Bedford, MA. You will analyze inventory, forecasts and production data to plan schedules and work with MRP/SCM systems.

The role involves RFQs, supplier negotiations, and coordinating import/export documents. Strong Excel skills and 3+ years of related experience are preferred, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; 3+ years experience preferred.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficient MS Office.
• Experience with import, HTS codes, and logistics.
• Ability to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, forecasting, and scheduling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, usage, forecasts and production data to schedule activities.
• Submit RFQs and negotiate with suppliers on pricing and delivery.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders for import/export documentation.
• Enter and monitor purchase orders and expedite with suppliers.
• Assist Sales with landed costs and provide freight/shipping costs as needed.
• Support SKU rationalization and demand planning improvements.
• Maintain department files and communicate changes to Sales.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel skills

Forecasting

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Project management

Written and oral communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MRP software

SCM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

AST Bearings LLC is a leading nationwide supplier of high precision bearings and bearing related products. We are presently seeking a highly motivated Buyer Planner for our Purchasing Department located in our New Bedford, Massachusetts location. AST has long been one of the leading companies in our niche market sectors. Come join our team in a fast-paced environment where we work with internal customers and international and domestic suppliers.

This position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and there is opportunity for growth as we are part of a Fortune 200 company with over 50,000 employees worldwide.

Job Duties

• Analyze inventory, usage, forecasts and production data to determine appropriate scheduling. Intermediate* Excel skills needed.
• Use and learn to become expert user of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Supply Chain Management (SCM) software.
• Submit and follow up on Requests for Quotation (RFQ’s) to suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery, and other requirements.
• Communicate with freight forwarders and coordinate documents required for foreign shipments, both import and export.
• Analyze product and assign HTS codes common to our industry.
• Enter and maintain accurate duty and tariff information in system.
• Assist Sales in determining landed costs, including cost, freight, and duty/tariffs.
• Provide Sales with freight and air shipping costs as needed, including rush shipments.
• Provide analysis and support for SKU rationalization / maintenance and other business initiatives.
• Work proactively with sales and marketing to identify trends and refine the demand plan.
• Liaise with external and internal delivery and warehouse teams to ensure goods are received on time.
• Enter and monitor purchase orders and proactively expedite with Suppliers.
• Obtain and review purchase order confirmation from suppliers, notifying sales of significant changes.
• Maintain department files: purchase orders, quotations, new item forms, correspondence, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Requires a high school diploma, or equivalent. Three years or more experience and/or a related tertiary degree is a plus. Some intermediate* Excel skills needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and intermediate* Excel skills.
• Can learn and use software programs with ease.
• Strong reporting and analytical skills, detail oriented.
• Enjoy problem solving.
• Strong project, process management, and conceptual skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for presentations to all levels of customer and management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
• Highly organized, dependable, and reliable.
• Possess a "can do", positive attitude.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with an ability to multi-task and set priorities to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of import / customs processes and requirements / harmonized tariff code a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate and work with people from different countries and cultures whose main language may not be English, but who are communicating in English.
• First two Excel levels, this job requires Intermediate or higher:
• Beginner – Beginner level skills include the ability to format basic formulas, conduct formatting within Excel, and create charts and graphs.
• Intermediate – Intermediate level skills include more advanced formula understanding, the ability to utilize pivot tables, and lookup functions.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package, which includes a competitive base salary, medical, dental, short and long-term disability, flexible spending, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, and 401K with a significant company match.

The expected salary range for this role is $55,000 - $70,000. Final compensation will be determined by various factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, specialized skills, and other qualifications.

AST Bearings LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.