Buyer (Materials)
3 weeks ago
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at Chromalox a Spirax-Sarco Engineering company, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications. We do it better and have been doing it longer than anyone else.
Chromalox started with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.
That pioneering, innovative spirit continues today. Built on opportunity and innovation, Chromalox has grown to serve an increasing number of global markets and industries. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.
Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world
The Role:
Reporting to the Materials Manager, works independently to coordinate all activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies for the company.
Job Description:
Within reasonable authority limits, works independently to coordinate all activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies for the company.
Responsibilities
- Plans replenishments utilizing ERP system; makes decisions based on price, delivery, and inventory disposition; negotiates with vendors; expedites orders when needed.
- Approves invoices for payment; works with AP on discrepancies.
- Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, delivery schedule.
- Compares prices among various vendors and selects which processes and products to purchase.
- Where applicable, reviews Approved Supplier Lists (ASL) and ensures quoted materials are executed properly.
- Ensures that materials, equipment, and supplies are ordered and delivered in a timely manner.
- Determines method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid; selects sources based upon analysis.
- Prepares purchase orders and bid requests; reviews bid proposals and requests and selects most responsible bidder; negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
- Analyzes commodities to develop and implement strategy for long term contracts to leverage and develop savings programs in line with business goals and objectives
- Maintains computerized procurement records within the ERP System for items or services purchased including costs, lead time, product specifications, quality or performance, and inventories.
- Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.
- Proactively work with Suppliers to implement quality, on time delivery and inventory control programs to support Business objectives. Monitors purchased parts delivery status.
- Works individually and as a team to develop and maintain cooperative and productive relationships with employees at all levels.
- Demonstrate, through actions, a commitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement and multi-disciplined problem-solving teams in all aspects of performance.
- Maintain knowledge of leading principles with regard to procurement.
- Support of company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.
- Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University; five or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. APICS certification and experience with CIRM, CPIM or CPM preferred.
Required Experience
- Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and database software. MRP experience required.
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