Senior Buyer

3 weeks ago

Colorado Springs, United States Skyline Products Full time $55,000 - $60,000
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary:

The Senior Buyer coordinates the procurement and supply chain distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies.  Schedules, orders and coordinates the delivery of parts/materials, equipment and services used in product manufacturing according to production plans. Controls the inventory of assigned production parts/materials in accordance with management objectives.  Establishes standard cost on assigned production parts/materials for approval by management. Assists in the selection of particular vendors/suppliers with whom to place orders and acts as a primary contact with vendors/suppliers.  Resolves problems with assigned production parts/materials, equipment or supplier orders. 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Advises team members or management on the appropriate supplier to be used
  • Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed
  • Assures that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company
  • Coordinates all activities related to the procurement of a commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery
  • Coordinates appropriate methods needed to distribute commodities in a cost-effective manner.
  • Implements purchase contracts that comply with company and government regulations.
  • Investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements
  • Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records
  • Negotiates the lowest possible cost for the commodity balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs
  • Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested commodity
  • Evaluates the performance of suppliers and manages supplier relationship.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Understands and meets quality standards. Supports new ideas and helps to implement them

Compensation for this position is from $55k - $60k depending on experience.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 8 years experience as a buyer in a manufacturing environment is required
  • Strong negotiating skills
  • Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, and purchase order software
  • Exceptional communication, customer service, and listening skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and time management skills
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
Salary 55k - 65K

Skyline Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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