Aegis Worldwide is partnering with a great manufacturer and looking for a Buyer to join their great team This is a Direct Hire, First Shift opportunity, offering competitive pay and benefits After reviewing the job description below, if interested, please apply. The sooner the better

*MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Responsibilities:

• Supply Chain Management:

• Address and resolve supply chain issues with all suppliers for both production and non-production goods and services.

• Communication and Coordination:

• Act as a key contact for all purchasing matters, facilitating communication within the plant and corporate purchasing teams.
• Acquire quotes from vendors for various teams, including Production, Maintenance, Shipping/Receiving, and Office.

• Cost Savings Objectives:

• Take responsibility for achieving yearly production and non-production material cost savings objectives.

• Purchase Order Management:

• Issue SAP BANFs and purchase orders after necessary approvals.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers for the plant.

• Logistics and Asset Management:

• Work closely with Shipping/Receiving on goods receipt discrepancies and Proof of Deliveries (PODs).
• Assist Finance and Logistics with asset tagging and verifications.

• Inbound Deliveries and Coordination:

• Schedule, organize, and track inbound deliveries while maintaining communication with the requisitioner.

• Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, environmental, safety, and hazardous waste regulations.

• Data Management:

• Manage required supplier data in AS400, SAP, DOXiS, and other systems.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to assure timely supplier payments and resolve invoicing issues.

• Problem Resolution and Support:

• Investigate and resolve materials or purchasing-related issues with plants and suppliers.
• Support MP&L team as required.

Requirements:

• Possess a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the purchasing field.
• Proficient in SAP and computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & PowerPoint).