What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Buyer position at Alta Alloys?
As a Junior Buyer, you will perform daily material planning and purchasing activities in order to maintain proper inventory levels.
- Self-motivated procurement professional capable of obtaining quotes, preparing price analysis and recommendations, negotiate price/delivery/payment terms and supplier contracts where applicable – active participate in driving improvement projects aligned towards company initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal and external customers.
- Research purchases and prepare formal purchasing documents.
- Analyze usage of inventory and adjust ordering requirements as necessary.
- Manage aged inventory to meet company goals by balancing customer needs and business risk.
- Ensure details of the purchase transaction are entered accurately and in accordance with operational procedures.
- Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers aligned with organizational goals
- Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations
- Actively participate in supporting supplier development initiatives. Develop new suppliers as required.
- Coordinate with QA to monitor and maintain supplier score cards, on time status and vendor audits.
- Discuss unacceptable or inferior quality materials with quality assurance departments and take corrective action.
- Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement - Identify and drive cost saving opportunities.
- All other duties as assigned
Why should you join Alta Alloys?
- CULTURE: This is a great place to work! We are deeply committed to cultivating an environment of Respect, Teamwork, and Communication.
- INTEGRITY: The foundation of all strong relationships is TRUST. We strive to act with integrity and honesty in all interactions with our customers, suppliers, and Team Members to build meaningful relationships!
- CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND INNOVATION: To remain successful, we must continuously improve and innovate. At Alta Alloys, we value collaboration, and sharing ideas so that we can grow and drive continuous improvement and innovation together.
Alta Alloys provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Franklin, KY 42134 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Franklin, KY 42134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Franklin, KY 42134