Buyer

Perfection Hy-Test Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Under broad supervision, responsible for procurement of assigned items and executing buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Analyzes market and industry conditions and develops supply recommendations. Interviews sales representatives and vendors. Role typically requires between 3 and 5 years of experience.

• Full ownership of Purchase Orders - complete purchase order requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, updating ship dates, Landed Cost Tracking,  expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.

• Manage shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.

• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve late shipments, manage and correct quality issues, communicate forecasts etc.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.

• Maintain accuracy of information within ERP (SYSPRO), including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.

• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed, enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.

Occasionally issue requests for information/quotes/proposals (RFx) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements for existing business.

• BA or BS in Materials Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Operations Planning or a related field

• 5+ years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, supplier relationships, basics of Cost Accounting, and tracking budget expenses.

• Knowledge of MRP processes

• Work experience in an electronics manufacturing environment beneficial.

• Knowledge of import freight movement.

• Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.

• Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.

• Ability to maintain positive company image and brand.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication, listening and presentation skills.

• Efficient organization and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• A courteous and professional demeanor.

• Strong negotiation skills

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Proficient with MS Office suite and other work-related software.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.