Buyer

Job Description

Position Summary : Responsible for acquiring, purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment and supplies.

Reports to : Purchasing Manager

Personnel : Not applicable.

Accountabilities : Accountable for understanding and following all SOPs and WIs related to job duties while supporting 6S and Lean Manufacturing concepts. Ensure all purchases are made in a timely manner at the best value to Major Tool. Utilize analytical skills to optimize inventory levels and ensure the timely availability of materials required for operations.

Create internal work orders and analyze MRP information in order to initiate raw material purchases.

Communicate regularly with vendors to resolve delivery issues as well as provide forecasts.

Keep track of critical part numbers and any items impacting production. Ensure that production cadence is supported

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• Generate purchase orders and other material requirements as needed.

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Job Qualification Requirements :

Educational Experience - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Requires basic blueprint reading.

Certification in APICS (CPIM or CSCP) or other relevant supply chain certifications

Experience - Basic computer skills. Requires some previous related experience and demonstrated administrative ability in the above listed duties.

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Physical Demands - The employee is required to :

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Certification Required - Must have a valid driver's license.

Visual Acuity - Accommodation as required for reading computer screens and documents.

Hearing Ability - Accommodations as required to communicate with internal and external customers.

Working Conditions - Normally works in an office environment. Very rarely, the employee may be subject to :

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Some travel may be required as needed.

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Attendance is an essential job function.

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