Senior Buyer
About Lozier
Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities across the U.S., Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses, with a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail's present and future. Retailers have relied on our quality products and service for more than 65 years.
Benefits and Schedule
- Company bonus potential.
- PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
- Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
- Onsite Health Clinic.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Career Development Programs.
- Casual dress.
- Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).
- Monday thru Friday schedule, hybrid schedule available after training.
Position Summary
Senior Buyer is responsible for the management of her / his assigned commodities and suppliers and the execution of the procurement process, using the prescribed policies, procedures, and systems.
Essential Job Functions
Identifies and selects suppliersPlacement and confirmation of purchase orders and releases with designated suppliersEstablishes supplier goals and expectations and directs long term quality improvement initiativesNegotiates supplier pricing, delivery method, and lead-time for assigned commoditiesNegotiates time and / or volume purchase contractsCalculates standard costs on all new products and reviews standard costs on existing items annuallyResolves supplier quality problems, supplier invoice, and other documentation discrepanciesTracks, reports, communicates supplier performanceTimely and accurate input and maintenance of data to Lozier information systemsInitiates and facilitates cost savings projects to achieve cost improvement goalsExpedites purchased product inside of established lead-time, follows up and reports on any late purchase ordersMonitors purchase price variance and implements strategies to compensateDemonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignmentsAbility to work and interact well with others.Other Job Functions
Places and confirms purchase orders and contract blanket releasesMonitors commodity market conditions and trendsResolves issues concerning excess or obsolete materialsJob Qualifications
Education : Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent qualifying experienceExperience : Minimum of 5 years of purchasing background, preferably in a manufacturing setting if degreed. Minimum of 8 years required if non-degreed.Required Skills
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareAdvanced communication skills, both written and verbalAdvanced negotiation skillsProject management skillsExcellent time management skillsAbility to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasksGood analytical and problem solving skillsPrint reading skillsKnowledgeable in effective sourcing and quoting techniquesCapable of performing basic cost analysis (Make vs. Buy)Proficient at supply chain managementComplete understanding of bills, routes, and product costing techniquesWorking understanding of ERP / MRPPreferred Skills
Ability to source product internationallyWorking knowledge of Lozier information systemsLozier product knowledgeAbility to use e-sourcing (e-auctions) for new product or product replacement bidsAbility to manage material flow / assembly with 3rd party processorsWorking knowledge of Lozier manufacturing processes, departments, and work centersAPP or CPIM certification preferredOracle experienceAbility to take on a leadership role and lead by exampleSpecial Demands
Occasional travel to suppliers and as necessary to meetings in other plantsThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.