Strategic Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago

Rochester, New York, United States IDEX Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Buyer to join our team at IDEX. As a Strategic Buyer, you will be responsible for identifying material and production requirements, coordinating procurement activities, and managing supplier relationships. This is a critical role that requires strong negotiation and communication skills, as well as the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain inventory levels to support on-time delivery and cost goals
  • Place orders for raw materials and components with established or newly approved suppliers
  • Contact suppliers to resolve issues related to expedites, quality, and delivery
  • Own the SIOP/Demand Planning process, particularly Supply Planning
  • Review MRP to identify production requirements and take appropriate action
  • Track supplier delivery to ensure on-time delivery of key raw materials and components
  • Identify and input safety stock into MRP system based on run rate, forecasts, supplier lead time, and supplier performance
  • Input purchase orders into MRP system and review for accuracy
  • Maintain accurate supplier lead times and negotiate inventory with suppliers
  • Provide supplier communication to resolve issues with purchase orders and invoices
  • Interact with Receiving Inspection regarding non-conforming parts and process returns
  • Research global suppliers to find optimal suppliers and identify cost reduction opportunities
  • Manage global and domestic supplier relationships
  • Optimize inbound freight and logistic activities to ensure economical planning
  • Provide feedback on engineering change requests and ensure communication with affected suppliers
  • Ability to travel to suppliers, both internationally and domestically, as required
Requirements
  • BA/BS degree in business or engineering field
  • 3+ years of experience in buying, preferably in a manufacturing setting
  • Experience in purchasing low volume, high precision, engineered commodities preferred
  • C.P.M. or A.P.P. certification desired
  • Experience in MRP Systems desirable (JDE preferred)
  • Experience with Global Supply Chain Management
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook
Competencies
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Technical procurement and supplier validation skills
  • Manufacturing Understanding: Demonstrated understanding of key requirements in a manufacturing environment
  • Problem Solving and Analysis: Ability to complete detailed analysis of data sets and identify applicable solutions to varying problems
Physical Environment and Environmental Factors
  • Approximately 15% of the time will be spent on the manufacturing floor
  • Lifting requirements are generally less than 25 lbs
  • Lifting could occasionally reach the company maximum of 40 lbs
Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $57,000.00 to $86,900.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for a performance-based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page.

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation.

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