Senior Procurement Buyer

2 weeks ago

Chattanooga, United States Meridian Adhesives Group Full time

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

POSITION

Based out of our Dalton, Georgia site/office we are looking for an experienced buyer for our adhesive carpet and flooring industrial markets.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-Ensure assigned purchase orders are processed with proper terms & conditions and within our policy & procedures.

-Responsible to the Purchasing Manager for the procurement of supplies and/or equipment for all departments

-Meet with vendors to continue developments, negotiate prices, discuss service, quality or other matters.

-In conjunction with the Purchasing Manager, develop and investigate new sources of supply, make recommendations as to their approval. Dual source of supply for every major raw material.

-Maintain effective relationship with all departments to present alternatives offered by suppliers, modification of design, standardization of parts or material, or other matters of mutual concern.

-Work from/with engineering requests for components for new programs.

-Obtain quotes, negotiate with vendors, source items with vendors, follow and expedite delivery.

-Creates, maintains updated product/vendor information.

-Assists departments in defining purchasing needs and resolving associated problems.

-Acts as back-up in the absence of any additional buyers.

-Inventory management on a weekly/sometimes daily routine.

QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Experience

At least 7+ years buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing facility.

Preparing and presenting reports.

Exposure to implementing structured supplier evaluation procedures and RFQ processes.

Be able to wear a respirator when needed.

Desired Skills

MS Office Suite

Excel

SAP

Commercial contract law and guidelines

Plan and negotiate best terms and conditions

Minimize Risk

Practices and requirements to assess

Procurement systems

Computer based inventory management systems

Licensing or Certifications (a plus)

APICS, CPIM, CPM, CPSM, ISM, C.P.M, CSCP, MBA, CPP, SCMP

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Preferably in Business, Engineering, Education, Business/Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Manufacturing, Management, Technical, Accounting

No 3rd party recruiters

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