Sr. Buyer - Steel & MRO

Samuel, Son & Co.
IL, United States
Full-time
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Here are some of the great benefits that we offer :

  • Competitive wages
  • Company paid health and dental benefits
  • Paid vacation and and Sales Incentive Plan
  • Defined 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Opportunity for career stability and growth
  • Tuition reimbursement program

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Manage steel and MRO purchasing activities including troubleshoot and resolve issues with suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Create purchase orders in D365 and submit them to approved vendors.
  • Manage purchases to optimize inventory levels and ensure on time delivery.
  • Get order confirmation, lead times, and delivery status and communicate to stakeholders.
  • Create and update product codes by working with respective entities.
  • Maintain a neat and clean workspace, including inventory storage areas.
  • Analyze and challenge vendor on price increases to get the best value.
  • Track and report monthly key spending and cost savings.
  • Manage and update pricing, lead times, and vendor data in ERP system.
  • Work with Accounts Payable / Receivables to resolve purchase price variations and ensure payments are made on time and in full.
  • Maintain meticulous purchasing and delivery records.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS : EDUCATION :

EDUCATION :

Bachelor or Associate Degree in Business Management or Supply Chain Management desirable. Relevant work experience is acceptable.

CORE COMPETENCIES :

  • Five (5) to ten (10) years of proven experience as a professional buyer
  • Organized and ability to prioritize tasks
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to complete tasks without time constraints
  • Analytical and can assess data for making purchasing decisions
  • Ability to clearly present ideas to management, peers, and suppliers
  • Business savvy and can comprehend financial impacts on buying decisions
  • Sound understanding of purchasing processes and incoterms
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft office products
  • Strong customer focus with ability to build internal and external relationships

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

  • Typical office environment and work stations
  • Normal hours with the understanding that workload can vary and must be willing to adjust accordingly to complete tasks at hand
  • Some travel may be required, approximately 15%
  • 29 days ago
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