Buyer I

About The Team:

As any entry level Buyer I, you are primarily responsible for supporting the Sr Buyers and Commodity Managers in day-to-day purchasing execution. This includes the ongoing procurement of materials, components, equipment, supplies, and services as well as supplier follow up and cross-organizational purchasing support that meets the quality standards of the company. The Buyer I will assume full responsibility for purchasing requirements and supply chain management to ensure timely (scheduled) deliveries of goods and services to stock, within budget and/or standard costs. Relies on support from Procurement, Planning, and Production teams to get cross-functional feedback and guidance to accomplish goals.

A Day In The Life Of Our Buyer I

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Procures materials components, equipment, supplies and services necessary for the efficient operation of the company, including scheduling purchase orders for production and non-production needs

Organizes and executes catalog purchases for internal Engineering and site support on a daily basis

Sets up and maintains item, supplier, and planning data in NetSuite ERP/MRP and Arena PLM systems

Exercises a good working knowledge of goods, services, and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality and quantity requirements

Determines material requirements from Engineering and Production schedules to coordinate and ensure the efficient movement of materials through design and production cycles while

minimizing/eliminating line down situations

Identifies and evaluates sources of supply consistent with cost, availability, quality, service, and quantity requirements of the company

Develops, implements, and supports sourcing and supplier management initiatives

Supports Planners in reviewing of ERP data, scheduling PO creation, monitoring inventory levels, setting safety stock levels, flagging discrepancies or risks, and reviewing supply/demand plans tocreate production plans to ensure the availability of company products to achieve sales and inventory goals

Works with Receiving, Finance and suppliers to quickly reconcile purchase order, receipt, and invoice discrepancies

Ensures that the highest quality standards are maintained for all purchasing activities and responsibilities

Maintains and report out on metrics, KPIs, and OKRs

Supports EHS activities and initiatives

Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

About You:

Recent graduate with a Bachelor's Degree

Desire for an entry level material buying role in a manufacturing environment

Interest in MRP, ERP, and PLM systems

WIlling to learn supply chain management and inventory control

Knowledge of Google Workspace and MS Office products

Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Excellent oral and written communications skills; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical teams

Love data and analysis to drive decision making

Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners

Highly motivated self-starter able to work under ambiguity

Organized and able to balance multiple priorities simultaneously

Goal-focused and committed to completing tasks

Logical thinker with creative problem-solving ability

Detail-oriented, highly motivated, patient, and diligent

Workplace Type: Onsite

Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options

Equity & Bonus Program

Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance

Mental health support through medical insurance programs

Legal and Pet Insurance

12+ paid holidays, 15-20 days of PTO + use-what-you-need sick days

Paid parental leave

In-office snacks and beverages

In-office lunch stipend

Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement

Team building and company organized social and celebration events

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