Shape the future with us. And also your own. As a driver of innovation, Viega is one of the most important technology leaders in the installation industry. We develop intelligent systems and integrated digital solutions. Quality is incorporated into everything we do. We believe that this is about much more than supplying pipelines. We turn spaces into living rooms: More comfortable. More intelligent. More secure. More sustainable. Support us as: Buyer Job-ID: 13441; Location(s): McPherson, KS JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Responsible for quoting and negotiating the purchase of various products and services; creating, revising, and canceling purchase orders and keeping appropriate personnel advised of changes or problems based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP); resolving purchase order, receiving, quality, and accounting discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments; processing and tracking corrective action reports, credits, and returns to suppliers; determining adequate inventory levels in accordance with organizational requirements utilizing MRP; processing daily department paperwork and maintaining associated purchasing files. JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS Vendor Management Work with vendors on quoting and negotiating the purchase of product(s) and/or service(s). Monitor vendor compliance with all terms and conditions of the purchase order and supply agreements. Monitor and coordinate the delivery of goods & services per purchase order and/or contract terms; expedite delivery by following-up with vendor, via phone or e-mail, to determine delivery date; ensure deadlines are met; communicate delivery information to appropriate personnel. Follow-up with personnel regarding receipt of goods or services; review and confirm order in SAP; verify invoice information with accounting to ensure payment is processed; file purchase order for future reference. Create and maintain all supplier folders; add the appropriate documentation to the supplier folders in support of purchases. MRP Research and Reporting Determine and maintain cost efficient inventory levels by monitoring past and present usage trends, analyzing monthly sales and operations data, evaluating the 12 month sales forecast, and interpreting changing market conditions as it applies to inventory items; establish procurement plans through sourcing and negotiating products, services, or pricing and make decisions necessary to determine and maintain adequate levels of inventory and non-inventory items with respect to lead time, trigger points, safety stock levels, etc. in order to keep with demand. Evaluate MRP for assigned parts, products or services; generate and adjust purchase orders and/or work orders to support production schedules; effectively communicate areas of concern to appropriate departments, individuals and/or suppliers; create, input, maintain and adjust vendor and part master data records or transactions to ensure system validity. Evaluate weekly inventory lists, open order reports, error reports and month end usage reports as applicable to be proactive in conducting daily activities; drive continuous improvements in the supply base by communicating objective performance metrics, focused on lead time reduction, on-time delivery improvement, quality improvement and cost reduction. Discrepancy Research Resolve purchase order, receiving, quality and accounting discrepancies with suppliers and user/internal departments. Facilitate the return process of defective merchandise with cross-functional teams; obtain shipping and tracking information and follow-up to ensure merchandise is received and credit is issued; forward appropriate documentation to accounting for processing. Other Attends meetings as required and/or assigned. Performs other duties as required and/or assigned Duties to possibly include both Direct and Indirect Purchasing responsibilities. Insure Purchasing compliance to Viega QMS; Create, maintain, review and be versed in Purchasing processes. Special Job Dimensions Will be required to travel up to 25% of the time. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of MRP processes Knowledge of computer software/programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MRP and SAP Strong planning and scheduling skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong Analytical skills Ability to negotiate purchases and contracts Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively Ability to pay close attention to detail Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level Education, Certification/License & Work Experience High School Diploma or equivalent Associates Degree, preferred AND 1-2 years of related buying/purchasing experience CPM, CPSM, CSCP and/or CPIM certificate(s) preferred Your contact person: Kristi Davis - Kristi.Davisviega.us - LI-DNI The future needs people like you to shape it.