Buyer

Burris Company Inc, a sports optics manufacturer and located in Greeley, Colorado, is looking for a local and experienced Buyer.

This position is responsible for working within the company’s supply chain. Key areas include managing supplier relations, prices, timelines, maintaining the supplier database, purchasing records and coordinating with inventory control team to determine and manage production needs.

Essential Duties Include (but not limited to):

· · Maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring the sourcing of supplies and materials in accordance with current agreements.

· Manage and execute company purchasing strategies.

· Track and report key metrics to reduce expenses and improve quality and effectiveness.

· Work with Engineering on new product development and Manufacturing on make/buy decisions and the sourcing of select materials and components.

· Must articulate technical information covering supplier quality and performance.

· Prepare cost and risk analysis to help guide Manufacturing and Executive decisions.

· Seek and partner with dependable vendors and suppliers.

· Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.

· Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment based on upcoming demand.

· Effectively manage to budgetary objectives.

· Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.

· Maintain a continuous focus on improvement efforts.

Education & experience requirements:

· · Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or three or more years of purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment.

· Demonstratable experience with negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office software with an emphasis on Excel.

· New supplier research and capability analysis experience preferred.

· Supplier contract negotiation experience preferred.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

· · Strong analytics background, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management activities.

· Work experience with MRP/ERP systems with an emphasis on managing and maintaining supply chain responsibilities.

· Solid judgement, decision making skills and strong attention to detail.

Successful background check and drug screen required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000