The Junior Buyer is responsible for daily purchasing efforts to efficiently and effectively enable efficient business.
Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Sourcing : Responsible for specific aspects of sourcing operations.
Procurement : Implement organizational procurement strategy and plans determined by Purchasing Manager or Operations Manager.
Supply Management : Assist in tasks associated with global supply chain functions through strategy, resource optimization, profitability maximation, and KPIs resulting in the maximization of customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities :
Build relationships with vendors to ensure we receive competitive pricing, quality products and on time deliveries.
Analyze and calculate costs of procurement and suggest methods to decrease expenditure.
Assist in certain aspects of the company supply chain strategy to maximize customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.
Maintain and report on benchmarks and metrics including a routine scorecard to set baseline standards and review for improvement opportunities.
Implement / Execute correct inventory planning settings and forecasting reports from Management to ensure proper inventory rotation and maximize working capital.
Perform maintenance activities on MRP system to ensure accurate part numbers, pricing, quantity, location etc.
Execute POs and manage deliveries for domestic raw materials and MRO items to support production schedules.
Track / monitor / communicate updates on drop shipped PO's.
Solicit freight quotes and new price quotes / programs for key drop ship items.
Assist coordination of OEM repairs / parts for shop equipment & forklifts.
Collaborate daily with Production Planning & Production Leadership to keep all departments apprised of shortages, arrivals of large deliveries and outsourcing activities.
Reconcile invoice discrepancies as they pertain to PO's or overall costing questions.
Collaborate with Engineering and Sales on new projects and setup item #'s and their proper settings.
Competencies and Necessary Attributes :
Strong project ownership and accountability - managing voice of customer and requirement setting for a successful product.
2+ years experience working within a supply chain role.
Previous work experience in steel manufacturing / sourcing preferred.
Demonstrated ability for independent thinking and multi-tasking. Proven ability to plan pro- actively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem resolution with little or no input or assistance. Excellent follow-through. Strong attention to detail with proven ability to work in a deadline-intensive environment.
Great communicator (oral & written) with an ability to tailor style to appropriately match audience; exudes professionalism and ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in computer applications Microsoft, Great Plains, Office applications a plus.
Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally cutting through ambiguity and driving to solutions.
Resiliency models ability to deal positively with adversity.
Solution-oriented with demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness.
High self-motivation and results oriented with a sense of urgency.