Buyer II

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

1. Plan and purchase any and all parts and material to ensure availability at lowest possible cost and investment while maximizing customer service
2. Plan and purchase higher end commodities and fabricated parts
3. Respond to MRP demand in a timely manner (daily), placing orders for material in response to forecasts and customer requirements
4. Identify strengths and weaknesses of supplier base; manage and develop alternate supplier relationships as performance and business requirements dictate
5. Manage purchase agreements and contracts for materials, as to sources, quotations, prices, terms, etc., ensuring uniformity, economy and limitation of liability
6. Expedite parts shortages and past due parts and initiate corrective action to remedy shortage problems
7. Initiate projects and programs; carries them through to fruition
8. Strong understanding of contract manufacturing processes and dynamics, ensuring effective collaboration and negotiation for optimal sourcing outcomes
9. Manage database of substitute materials and alternate methods, or new sources for required materials anticipating make vs. buy cost trends in light of future forecasts for components
10. Manage creative supplier agreements/contracts that focus on efficient delivery of material, utilizing lean concepts such as pull systems, consignment and bread man to minimize inventory and limit stock out situations
11. Control inventory/ordering procedures to minimize exposure to surplus and obsolete inventories
12. Maintain consistent interface with Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing management and other internal customers
13. Responsible for a set number of suppliers and order placement with suppliers on a day-to-day basis

Educational and Experience Requirements:

1. High School Diploma required;
2. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
3. 5+ years experience as a buyer in a manufacturing environment

Essential Skills and Attitudes Required:

1. Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
2. Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse population
3. Excellent organizational skills
4. Possess interpersonal and customer service skills
5. Ethical
6. Adaptable
7. Thrive in a fast-paced setting
8. Prioritize work efficiently and effectively
9. Maintain composure in stressful situations
10. Function as part of a team
11. Commitment to company values
12. Meet deadlines
13. Detail oriented
14. High level of accuracy
15. Professional in behavior and appearance
16. Dependable and punctual
17. Maintain a high level of quality and quantity of work
18. Maintain a positive attitude
19. Excellent computer skills in a windows environment; MRP/ERP systems, MS Office

Physical Requirements:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

1. Sit
2. Use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel
3. Talk and hear
4. Stand, walk and reach with hands and arms
5. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs
6. Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and adjusting focus

Environment and Job Hazards:

1. Office Environment
2. No identifiable job hazards

Company DescriptionBlackTree Technical Group is a full-service staffing and recruitment firm. Our team consists of an experienced group of Senior Technical Recruiters and Account Managers with over 40 years of industry experience. Our firm prides itself on our technical knowledge, innovative sourcing strategies, and most importantly, a long-standing record of proven results for both clients and job-seekers.

Company Description

BlackTree Technical Group is a full-service staffing and recruitment firm. Our team consists of an experienced group of Senior Technical Recruiters and Account Managers with over 40 years of industry experience. Our firm prides itself on our technical knowledge, innovative sourcing strategies, and most importantly, a long-standing record of proven results for both clients and job-seekers.