**Buyer**

23400 Haggerty Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335, USA Req #2070 Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Founded in 1925, MacLean-Fogg is a worldwide enterprise currently operating 40 global manufacturing facilities across 5 continents with annual sales in excess of one billion (USD) and a workforce of over 3,200 people. MacLean-Fogg is a privately held enterprise headquartered in Mundelein, IL USA and is comprised of two primary businesses, MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions and MacLean Power Systems. MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions (MFCS) is a leading manufacturer of fastener components, engineered components and engineered plastics for automotive, heavy truck, and other diverse industries. MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of products for electric utility, telecommunications and civil markets.

Job Summary

Performs duties associated with the buying process.

Job Duties

Research products, prepare purchase orders and place orders, and select vendors

Organize product information and track back orders

Obtain materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need

Study market trends, interview vendors and recommend sources of supply

Analyze quotations received, select or recommend suppliers, and schedule deliveries

Develop and maintain necessary records and files for efficient operation

Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately

Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)

Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

Perform work under general supervision

Handle moderately complex issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff

Possess solid working knowledge of subject matter

May provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group

Typically require a bachelor's degree and 2 to 4 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

Detail oriented

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean-Fogg Company has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean-Fogg Company believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin,citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

**Other details**

* Job Family Supply Chain

* Pay Type Salary