Buyer

1 week ago


Cullman, United States AGCOR STEEL Full time
FLSA STATUS: Salary DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain REPORTS TO: Inventory and Supply Chain Controller UPDATED: 03/21/2024

AGCOR is seeking a Buyer with experience in a manufacturing and production environment.

Overview:

Reporting to the Inventory and Supply Chain Controller, the Buyer/Purchaser is responsible for supply purchasing duties, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and obtaining inventory at competitive cost. Close coordination on a daily basis with sales, operations, and accounting is essential. This position will play a vital role in ensuring optimal inventory levels and costs.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform purchasing activities including material buying, supplier evaluation and selection, order quantities, and delivery requirements.
  • Obtain cost effective quotes and buying.
  • Constantly track inventory levels to properly manage procurement process.
  • Set and maintain optimal reorder points and quantities.
  • Order non-inventory items for maintenance and operation needs.
  • Reconcile and resolve any open purchase orders and invoice discrepancies with vendors.
  • Investigate and correct inventory discrepancies.
  • Handle inventory quality issues from suppliers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain is preferred.
  • 1 or more years of purchasing experience required, 3 years preferred.
  • Knowledge of inventory control and manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and correct inventory discrepancies.
  • Perform strategic buying to manage optimal inventory levels.
  • 1 or more years of ERP experience required, 3 years preferred.
  • Being proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and customers.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available
  • 401(k) contribution after 1 year of employment
  • Paid Time Off
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment

If your looking to join a dynamic company who truly believes in our core values and can offer real growth opportunities apply today