Buyer I

Job Summary:

The Buyer I is entry-level in the professional Buyer series.  Under general supervision, coordinates purchasing activities to meet forecasts and commitments. Processes purchase requisitions in a timely manner and places orders based on MRP requirements.  Verifies price and delivery dates within established contracts but rarely negotiates.  May be involved in administering EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) program. Expedites items as necessary to meet production requirements.  Works with incoming inspection and receiving to resolve discrepancies. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Utilization of a Computerized MRP system to ensure purchase orders are created and reviewed in a timely and accurate manner, in support of manufacturing requirements.
• On-going expediting of items on the Backlog Report to ensure report integrity which will be used to communicate between customer service and the warehouse.
• Routinely interact and communicate with suppliers that purchase order details (manufacture number, description, and pricing), and delivery requirements are accurately and clearly defined (delivery date based on manufacturing/customer requirements, considering transportation, inspection, and/or any internal processes).
• Maintain delivery confirmation detail in the computer system.
• Assure the flow of products that do not meet our standards or expectations are clearly documented and processed through the defective materials process.
• Review and resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies, as required by receiving or accounts payable, to ensure timely payments are made to suppliers.
• Review open requirements, expedite, delay, or cancel orders where necessary.
• Track supplier OTTR, OTIF, and Lead Time, and ensure MOQ = EOQ.
• As needed engage with suppliers to resolve supply solvency issues.
• The first line of defense is for price increases, leveraging a broader team to drive results by mitigating increases.
• Attend Karrass Negotiation Skills training within the first year of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Analytical and highly motivated individual, with acute attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and meet deadlines for multiple tasks simultaneously, in a fast paced and continually evolving manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability in participation, engagement, and promotion of a “TEAM” atmosphere.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability in computer operations, specifically Microsoft Office, Data Mining, & Crystal Report.
• Demonstrated ability with problem solving, i.e short/long term corrective action resolution, root cause analysis, 5 why principle, etc.
• Experience and working knowledge in Accounting preferred, but not required.
• Experience with supplier and vendor management preferred, but not required.
• Negotiation skills or experience preferred, but not required.
• Beginner to Intermediate experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, i.e. formulas, queries, macros, etc.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in buying is required
• An Associate’s degree or higher may be substituted for purchasing experience.

Work Environment/Conditions:

• Office work environment, production floor as needed
• Personal protective equipment required while on the plant floor:
  • Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses with side shields
  • Earplugs
  • Steel-toed shoes

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive statement of duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements.  Additional duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements may be assigned, with or without notice, at any time.  This job description is neither an employment contract nor a promise of work for any specific length of time.

The pay scale for newly hired employees in this position at this location in California is between $22.00 - $32.00.  This is based on meeting all of the requirements of the role. The base pay offered for the role may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  We are proud to offer competitive benefits in addition to competitive pay. Our pay for performance philosophy allows top performers to earn more based on their continued success.

This information is provided per California Law.  Base pay information is based on market location and may differ in other locations.