Junior Buyer

The buyer/planner is in charge of maintaining/developing a strong working relationship and direct communication with the group customer service staff, production team, accounts payable staff and our vendors to ensure operational and financial success for the company. The buyer/planner is responsible for the production planning and is to ensure the procurement of components required to meet the demands of production and customer requirements. In partnership with the group purchasing manager, the buyer/planner will be responsible for developing and implementing a purchase strategy. This position reports directly to the Shop Supervisor.

• Develop and sustain strategic vendor relationships.
• Search/Source new vendors for critical components and supplies to ensure continuous product improvement. 
• Control vendor performance (cost, quality, delivery, service).
• Co-develop and execute a cost-reduction strategy (short, mid and long-term).
• Manage a proper maintenance program for building, grounds, and shop equipment as well as tools and shop supplies.
• Support R&D on cost design and procurement requests during product development.
• Plan, organize, perform, and/or lead all activities related to the procurement function.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience and knowledge in sourcing, procurement and planning functions in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations and general business functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Solid organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task while being detail oriented.
• Excel in both team and individual setting.
• Proficient in MS Office and manufacturing computer systems (ERP/MRP). Knowledge of Sage 100 is a plus.

Physical Demands - Required:

• Standing for long period of time.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, stooping and /or reaching.
• Lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Push/Pull up to 70 pounds of force.
• Dexterity to perform data entry on a computer workstation.
• Frequent use of the hands, wrist movement, vision focus and concentration.

Salary is between $25 - $30hr depending on experience. Health, vision, and dental insurance after probationary period.