Buyer

Job Description:

Summary:

 The Buyer will execute day-to-day transactions including Purchase Orders.  Responsible for ensuring delivery of products and/or services to internal customers (i.e., requisitioners, factories, etc.).  In some cases, manages local supplier sourcing & selection, including pricing negotiation and contract management.  Responsible for aligning with local business activity and coordinating with Procurement Management structure to drive centralized supply and supplier activities.

 Essential Functions:

·   Ensures processes and procedures are performed in a compliant manner (ordering within lead times and minimum order quantities, minimizing stock-outs, etc.)

·   Manages purchase orders processed from requisition to goods receipt in accordance with ERP/MRP and/or customer requirements.

·   Procures certain goods or services as required by business at the right time and at a competitive price, in the right quantity

·   Manages daily systems, processes and procedures governing the end to end process of the procurement of materials from the right suppliers, at the right price, quality and delivery requirements

·   Work with suppliers and cross functional team to communicate price changes with appropriate lead times

·   Manages all supplier non-conformance & obtain preventative actions

·   Provides information and data with regard to procurement activities

·   Proactively monitors, reviews and optimizes inventory levels

·   Develop and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement

·   Provide timely responses to supplier inquiries & actively manage supplier relationship

·   Actively participate in supplier evaluations, scorecards, and reviews

·   Ensures compliance with the 3 quote or 3 quote exemption from process to support indirect or regionally based purchases

·   Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process

·   Performs other job-related duties as required

·   Establishes and maintains effective relationships with company’s suppliers in accordance with the ethical code and standards of conduct maintaining the highest standard of professionalism

Qualifications:

·   Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management or related discipline

·   Three or more years of experience

·   Strong negotiation skills in MS Office

·   Oracle and/or SAP expertise required

·   Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

EIS Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.