Our Client in Farmington is seeking a Buyer.
Pay Rate in the 70-80K Range - Direct Hire.
Prepare RFQs, obtain specifications or scope of work, solicit bids, and analyze quotes
including coordination of supplier line-ups as needed for identified commodities
Cost reduction according to Strategical Purchasing determinations
Ensure purchasing of parts according to internal budget
Prepare sourcing approval recommendations and documents for sourcing events.
Develop vendor base.
Interface with vendors and suppliers on pricing, lead time and terms of agreement
Analyze spend for savings opportunities (internal and external)
Maintain consistent communication with suppliers and internal customers to ensure
timelines are met
Lean and efficient processes to order necessary parts
Interface between suppliers and engineering/operations/ to answer any questions
Search for and assist in the development of new suppliers in accordance with the new
supplier approval process.
Maintain records pertaining to purchased items, cost history, and delivery patterns
Resolves any blocked invoices and resolve discrepancies related to price or quantity
differences.
Identify opportunities to improve invoice process between supplier and Accounts
Payable
Participates in company initiatives and contributes to continuous improvement processes
Perform other related duties as required
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management / Business / Engineering / Materials
Management or Logistics required.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement and/or a Materials
Management-related field with a preference towards high volume manufacturing related
industries.
Strong experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Highly efficient in Excel, data analysis, and experience with RFQ processes, and
providing commodity support.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Cost reduction through teamwork with internal disciplines (e.g. engineering) external
vendors
Development and care of appropriated vendor base
Ensure continuous supply of production according to time schedules of orders