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 companys suppliers in accordance with the ethical code and standards of conduct maintaining the highest standard of professionalism

Qualifications:

Bachelors 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.

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