Buyer / Purchasing Specialist

BUYER / PURCHASING SPECIALIST / PROCUREMENT & SOURCING SPECIALIST (Permanent)
Our client, a global manufacturing organization with headquarters in WNY, is looking to add a Buyer to their growing team. This role reports directly to the Materials Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Perform sourcing and procurement activities to ensure optimal inventory levels
  


• Manage contracts for each assigned supplier
  


• Conduct negotiations regarding cost, delivery improvements, and quality materials
  


• Process POs, coordinate material flow from suppliers, and expedite orders, as necessary, to align with production and shipping schedules
  


• Manage and assess supplier KPIs
  


• Regularly review reports on Price Purchase Variance (PPV) and develop/implement cost reduction programs
  


• Review inventory levels of materials across several locations to ensure optimal internal inventory is maintained at all times
  


• Identify and research different methods to effectively reduce lead times
  


• Communicate with vendors via email, phone, and in-person to develop key relationships
  


• Address and resolve issues in a timely manner, communicating with vendors and internal team members
  


• Process vendors returns and non-conformance notifications (NCNs)
  


• Receive customer/production requests and ensure a response within 4 hours in an effort to maintain schedules
  


• Work well both independently and in a team environment
  


• Other duties as assigned/as necessary
  

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
  


• 100% in-office
  


• $65,000 - $75,000 annually depending on experience
  


• Excellent benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision (effective day 1), 401k with up to 5% match, PTO, Paid holidays, Safety shoe/glasses annual reimbursement
  


• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related
  


• CPM or CPIM certification preferred
  


• 3+ years’ related experience
  


• Experience with ERP systems & inventory management systems
  


• Strong forecasting skills, data analysis
  


• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  


• Strong organization skills and time management skills
  


• Strong attention to detail
  


• Self-motivated
  


• Relocation not available 
  


• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  


• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters