Senior Buyer

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the execution of assigned procurement related activities specific to the materials and services needed to support the TCOM Elizabeth City facility. Additionally, this position will contribute to the development and implementation of strategic Supply Chain initiatives designed to facilitate continued company growth and manufacturing operations. This position will closely interface with Production Planning, Accounting, Quality Assurance & Control, Facilities and Project Management to ensure that purchased materials are compliant to internal and external regulations and are meeting overall program schedules. This opening is in the Purchasing department.

Working Procedure:

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

• Locate sources of supply for purchasing
• Obtain information from individuals

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data, or process information.

• Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

• Communicate technical information
• Write business correspondence

Perform the duties of a Buyer and in addition:

• Select potential suppliers for assigned products based on facilities, manpower, reliability, quality control, methods and procedures, financial status, previous record of quality and schedule conformance and general competitive position. Survey all applicable media to assist in fulfilling this responsibility.
• Prepare RFPs and/or solicit quotations for materials, equipment, rentals, and services, as required.
• Analyze bids for specification compliance, pricing, and delivery commitments.
• Negotiate price, delivery, terms, and conditions in accordance with procedure. Determine and recommend cost reduction methods through negotiations with suppliers and/or substitutions of materials.
• Administer negotiated procurements to completion which includes monitoring schedules and working with the supplier to expedite performance; assisting the supplier in solving problems; seeking advice of cognizant division personnel as necessary and assuring that the terms of the procurement are met.
• Assist in monitoring and managing vendor and product performances.
• As assigned, support or lead strategic Supply Chain related initiatives and programs.
• Work with Planning to meet all manufacturing related inventory and Bills of Material requirements and adjustments.
• Work with Finance and Materials Control staff to reconcile any invoice and/or receiving related issues.
• Assist with the maintenance of Procurement master data within the ERP system (i.e., quote history, supplier information, etc.).
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal customers.
• Travel as necessary to potential supplier's plants to determine their suitability. Arrange for visits for representatives of cognizant functions; assist in vendor surveys as required. Arrange and coordinate supplier visits to TCOM.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, or other related field; or fifteen (15) years of relevant experience.

Experience Requirement: Minimum of seven years of experience in procurement. Knowledgeable and capable of negotiations and elements of supplier proposals. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products, particularly MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.

In compliance with state and local laws, the salary range for this role is $80k-$120k. The range provided is a general guideline and good faith estimate representative of all experience levels but is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. TCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate's experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.