Purchasing Buyer I - Materials & Cost Optimization

Powell; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Purchasing Buyer I in a manufacturing setting to procure raw materials, components, and/or parts in a cost effective and timely manner. Demand for materials will be generated from requisitions or SCP, and the role may involve soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and purchasing materials and/or services for low volume/value items.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, 0–2 years in manufacturing and purchasing, strong analytical and communication skills, and be

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 0-2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• 0-2 years in a material and/or purchasing assignment.
• Good interpersonal relationship skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Must be responsible and dependable.
• Attend in house and outside training sessions.
• Attend local professional associations.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Powell Safety Rules and assure Suppliers do the same.
• Review open buy requirements, issue purchase orders, and expedite delivery of the material or service as appropriate.
• Issue purchase orders of $50,000 or less without additional approvals.
• Achieve cost improvement targets assigned by Manager.
• Achieve inventory reduction targets assigned by Manager.
• Establish Payment Terms of not less than Net 45 days with all new suppliers.
• Achieve supplier PPM targets as assigned by Manager.
• Promptly disposition excess and/or obsolete purchased inventory.
• Monitor and maintain the Purchasing Category Value completeness and accuracy of the items assigned.
• Proactively advance professional knowledge and education.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Powell is seeking a Purchasing Buyer I in a manufacturing setting to procure raw materials, components, and/or parts in a cost effective and timely manner. Demand for materials will be generated from requisitions or SCP, and the role may involve soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, and purchasing materials and/or services for low volume/value items.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, 0–2 years in manufacturing and purchasing, strong analytical and communication skills, and be