Buyer

** Buyer**
**Job Category****:** Materials

**Requisition Number****:** BUYER02003

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**Job Details**
**Description**
**POSITION SUMMARY:** Plan and process all assigned tactical procurement and inventory control transactions and maintain optimal price and delivery cycle while maintaining the lowest possible operational inventory levels. Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials from outside suppliers or between facilities according to production schedules.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
* Plan, issue and manage Purchase Orders, Acknowledgments, and Expedite/Cancel/Defer Requests using MRP and other release systems.
* Work with Materials Manager and Operations to project, forecast and plan material and purchased component needs as assigned.
* Coordinate daily requirements/commitments with the supplier base to ensure timely shipping, and communicate with Shipping and Receiving to verify that materials and/or components are received and stored/allocated as per procedure.
* Manage inventory movement and accuracy, designated stocking levels, JIT inventory processes, buy/stocking quantities, supplier managed inventory and all other metrics affecting inventory turns via cycle counting, variance investigation, and continuous coordination of information flow between Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain personnel.
* Interact with Corporate Supply Chain personnel to ensure a seamless flow of information throughout every level of supply chain.
* Prepare and submit daily and weekly paperwork and reports as required.
* Provide training and assistance to other employees as assigned.
* Follow action and communication protocols for nonstandard deviation in processes or materials.
* Commitment to a safety culture where safety is the first consideration before starting any task.
* Overtime as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.
**SKILL REQUIREMENTS:**
* Strong computer skills with an emphasis on JD Edwards MRP, Microsoft Office Suite, and ICIM.
* Basic understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Control processes/procedures.
* Exceptional oral and written communication skills both up and down throughout the facility.
* Solid analytical and planning skills.
* Proficient in problem analysis and resolution.
* Effective knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
* Strong team player.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
* Bachelors or Associates Degree in Business or combination of education and experience in a related field.
* Three to five years experience in Supply Chain preferred.
* Purchasing background in; Tires and wheels, harnesses and lights, brake valves, hydraulic valves, paint, MRO items.
**WORK ENVIRONMENT:**
* The performance of this position will require exposure to the manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes and other mandatory safety equipment.
* For the most part, ambient temperatures with typical plant lighting and manufacturing equipment are present throughout the facility.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
* Sitting or standing as needed.
* Walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
* Reaching, pushing, pulling or lifting as required within limits set by Entrans International LLC.
**SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:**
Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Companys need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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