Buyer

4 weeks ago

Marlborough, United States Galvion Full time

PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES

The Buyer will be responsible for placing orders, sourcing materials, meeting delivery/supplier responsiveness needs and obtaining quotes for new and existing products as well as regular activities of the plant.  The incumbent is expected to track and maintain the status of their orders. 

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

People:

  • Work with the inventory management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products
  • Assist the Material Supervisor with maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basis
  • Work closely with Product Managers and R&D Managers on new products.
  • Work closely with Supply Chain Management to support strategic initiatives as required
  • Work with QA and suppliers on generating and processing RMA's.  Participate in corrective action requests.

Process:

  • Develop an efficient and accurate system for monitoring all open purchase orders
  • Deliver a weekly purchase order report to management that indicates the vendor invoice number for all closed purchase orders
  • Purchase materials to support production, maintenance, R&D and offices activities, including die/mold/tooling purchases or revisions to existing equipment.
  • Source and develop good supplier partnerships for materials being purchased, including inventory stocking programs.  Coordinate with Supply Chain Manager & Material Planner. 
  • Process supplier credit applications.
  • Participate in purchasing and freight cost reduction initiatives that support company goals.
  • Responsible for placing and maintaining purchase orders.
  • Track incoming purchase order receipts and take corrective action as required.  Ability for clear communication on receipt dates that could affect operations.
  • Ensure system integrity, i.e. supplier lead times, standard costs, purchase order receipt date
  • Maintain min/max volumes in database, based on MRP.
  • Provide/Follow-up metrics based on supplier's performance.
  • Ensure performance metrics are sustained, i.e. Health & Safety, Quality, Delivery, Costs and others, and work to implement corrective actions
  • Perform other duties as required

Performance:

  • Reconcile discrepancies between supplier shipments & contractual obligations.
  • Utilize the Syteline ERP system in the execution of the daily job requirements.  Continually look for & suggest new methods for developing & making the system more effective & user friendly.

Knowledge, Skill & Experience Requirements

  • 5+ years' experience in Purchasing and completion of a 2-year community college program.
  • Experience in raw material purchasing preferred.
  • Position requires someone who is self-motivated and proactive.
  • Experienced in a manufacturing environment and use in ERP operating software.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Must be detailed oriented, quick learner, and a team player.
  • Proficiency with MS Windows, especially strong in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experienced with lean initiatives.
  • Familiarity with ISO
  • Military experience is a plus.

Work environment (include physical requirements)

  • Primarily office work environment in a manufacturing facility
  • Occasional visits to suppliers and other Galvion locations
  • May have to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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