Sr. Buyer

Georg-Fischer; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg-Fischer (USA) seeks an experienced procurement professional to manage critical procurements, coordinate long-term agreements, and guide junior buyers. You will oversee purchasing operations, ensure accuracy of orders, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize supply and cost.

A strong background in negotiation and supplier management is essential for success. Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, drafting POs, and maintaining compliance with supplier agreements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field experience (desired).
• 3–4 years in purchasing, contracting, negotiating or vendor performance management.
• Ability to review requisitions, select suppliers, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Receive requisitions, verify completeness, and select suppliers per criteria.
• Negotiate with suppliers on new procurements or changes to POs.
• Draft POs and long-term agreements ensuring all terms and conditions are met.
• Monitor active POs for accuracy and alignment with requirements and supplier agreements.
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality to review specs and sources.

Skills

Negotiation with suppliers

Sourcing and bid evaluation

Vendor performance management

Purchasing and contracting

MRP/ERP coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field experience

Job description

Summary:Responsible for the most critical or difficult procurements that require a greater degree of experience, knowledge, professionalism, and administration. Responsible for establishing, coordinating, and administering long term purchase agreements for assigned commodities. Provides guidance and assistance to other procurement personnel. At this level is proficient in all aspects of job. Oversees department in absence of Purchasing Manager.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Receive approved requisitions and review for completeness and necessary information. Select reliable sources, request bids as necessary, evaluate quotations, and make final supplier selection according to company established criteriaThoroughly understand and follow all policies governing procurement in order to instruct Buyers in their applicationsFight price increasesNegotiate with suppliers as necessary on new procurements or changes to existing purchase orders. Responsible for ensuring that active purchase orders are complete and accurate at all times reflecting the latest requirements and terms and conditions in compliance with company-supplier agreements and with all governing regulationsCoordinate, conduct, and participate in meetings and discussions between suppliers and/or supplier representatives and necessary related personnel concerning subjects other than normal price, delivery or quality negotiations (i.e., value analysis or engineering, new methods, techniques, processes, etc.)Provide guidance and assistance to other Procurement personnel. Performs special activities as requested by managementMay maintain and monitor inventory levels on all assigned parts. May recommend write-off of obsolete or excess materialMay initiate corrective actions to ensure that assigned piece part delivery schedules and/or reservations are in agreementDraft purchase orders and long term agreements in a manner that insures all requirements and special terms and conditions are metParticipate in joint meetings with Production Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control, and other departments to review item or material specifications, new or existing sources of supply, recommendations for reduced procurement, etcWork to reduce supplier baseInvestigate and evaluate new sources of supply. Interview supplier sales representatives and continually endeavors to keep abreast of developments that influence procurement procedures and practices. Keep abreast of current market conditionsHandle engineering revisions as related to the suppliersMay monitor, analyze, and administer daily decisions in support of the formal MRP actionsMaintain pertinent history/details on all items, purchases, and quotes – as necessaryOversee department in absence of the Purchasing ManagerKeep the Purchasing Manager informed of critical or high-priority purchases/projectsAdhere to ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18001 certification requirementsOther duties as assignedResponsible to maintain a safe working environment for all employeesRequires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by supervisorEducation and Experience:Bachelors Degree or related field experience is desired3 - 4 years experience in purchasing, contracting, negotiating, or vendor performance management with a college degree in a business related field of study. Degree may be substituted with a minimum of 2 years related experience for each year of collegeWorking Conditions / Physical Requirements:Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areasPrimary work in a climate controlled office environmentVisual strain for more than 50% of the timeListening, sitting, standing, stooping, walking, observing, grasping, pushing, pulling, and keyboardingSome travel may be requiredEye/Hand coordination for than 50% of the timePlease submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.